A major burglary and vandalism incident has shocked the coastal suburb of Glyfada, after intruders broke into a local school complex and caused widespread destruction.
The attack targeted the 5th Middle School and 5th High School campus, where unknown individuals stole approximately $8,000 in cash along with six computers, while also inflicting significant damage across the premises.
Extensive damage inside school offices
According to initial reports, the perpetrators entered administrative offices and ransacked the facilities. They broke doors and desks, emptied around 20 fire extinguishers, and threw paint and various objects across walls and classrooms.
The cash was reportedly taken from the principal’s office, adding to the severity of the incident.
The scale of the destruction has drawn strong reactions from parents and local officials. A representative of the parents’ association condemned the incident, stressing that school security should be a priority and suggesting the need for dedicated on-site guards.
The break-in was discovered on Tuesday afternoon during the Easter holiday period. Local authorities have launched an investigation to identify those responsible, while the municipality has already begun efforts to repair the damage and restore the school’s operations.
