Greek authorities are investigating the owner of the Violanta factory over allegations of illegal liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distribution, as part of the broader probe into the deadly explosion that claimed the lives of five female employees.

Investigators are reviewing extensive documentation seized from the factory in an effort to determine responsibility for the blast. During inspections, authorities reportedly identified deficiencies and irregularities in storage tanks and safety measures that should have anticipated a propane leak, which led to the fatal explosion.

Alleged Illegal LPG Distribution

According to a report by Live News, the factory owner is allegedly involved in a separate case concerning the unlawful trade of LPG. The report claims that industrial gas — which is taxed at a lower rate and therefore cheaper — may have been obtained and then sold as automotive fuel in order to profit from the tax difference.

Authorities are examining where the gas was stored and whether it had any operational connection to the Violanta factory.

Investigators are also looking into reports that an invoice from the company was found at a fuel station in the Aspropyrgos area, a location that has previously been linked to fuel smuggling cases.

However, current information suggests that the specific invoice under review is not connected to the explosion at the factory.