A 58-year-old Polish national has been remanded in custody in Greece on espionage charges, following his arrest in the area of Souda.

The suspect denies all accusations, claiming he was visiting the region for holidays and had only shared photos with friends and family.

Defense denies wrongdoing

According to his lawyer, the man admitted that the photographic material found on his devices belonged to him, but insisted it had not been published or shared with any public or state entities. Instead, it was allegedly sent only through private communications.

He also stated that he frequently visited the nearby area of Chania in recent years because of his personal fondness for the location.

Images of military installations

Investigators, however, reported finding a large number of photos on his mobile phone depicting warships, aircraft, and movements within the Souda naval base facilities. Authorities also confiscated a laptop, USB drives, and a tablet for further forensic analysis.

Long-term presence raises concerns

The investigation revealed that the man had been regularly visiting the area between October and spring over multiple years. He is also believed to have lived in a van near the coastal area of Marathi for extended periods, allegedly using it to photograph military activity.

Local residents described him as friendly and said he often showed them photos he had taken, without raising suspicion at the time.

Probe into possible network

Authorities had reportedly been monitoring his movements for a significant period. Evidence recovered from his electronic devices is said to strengthen the case against him.

Officials are now examining whether the case may be linked to a broader espionage network.