Greek authorities have frozen a vast network of property, vehicles, and vessels linked to an alleged international cigarette smuggling ring, as investigators trace the flow of illicit profits and money laundering operations

Police arrested four suspects after dismantling an extortion scheme involving threats, a staged meeting, and coordination from inside prison, following a complaint by the targeted business manager

The Ministry of Tourism has expressed deep sorrow after the death of a 51-year-old employee who fell from the ministry building in central Athens. Authorities say the circumstances remain unclear, with a police investigation now underway.

The woman, according to reports an Ethiopian national, was found dead in the alley of the apartment building

The victim was rushed to hospital and underwent surgery after a violent attack in central Athens, as police launched a search for the perpetrator

Police detained a 48-year-old fitness influencer following a pursuit, confirming alcohol levels above the legal limit and the discovery of anabolic substances in her vehicle

Authorities seized dozens of Molotov cocktails, flares and firecrackers during targeted operations aimed at preventing dangerous incidents near churches and crowded areas.

Injuries from the use of illegal fireworks are reportedly practically every year during Easter in the country, with fatalities having occurred as well

Greek police dismantled a gang of fake accountants that was defrauding unsuspecting citizens. After a coordinated large-scale operation spanning across multiple regions in Greece, police arrested seven members of the criminal group. Police opened a case file against the suspects, which included fraud, joint and recurrent aggravated theft, illegal possession of arms, and laundering proceeds […]

According to a police report, a 26-year-old was caught near Kifisia driving at nearly twice the speed limit, even though he had been banned from the road just days earlier

Greek police dealt a major blow to a criminal network involved in forging and trafficking documents and facilitating the stay of undocumented migrants in “safe houses” in the Athens area, authorities said. The network was dismantled following coordinated police operations carried out on March 22 and 23, 2026, by the Athens Sub-Directorate for Combating and […]

A 54-year-old supermarket employee fought off an attacker during a morning assault, with police quickly locating and arresting the suspect shortly after the incident

Charges for drug and weapons offences were filed against the identified occupant of the apartment. A separate individual was arrested on an outstanding warrant for robbery and drug-related offences

A 35-year-old man attacked two officers during an involuntary hospitalization procedure, leaving one injured; authorities have launched a manhunt in the area

Authorities shut down six schools issuing unaccredited degrees, uncovering €3.2 million in illegal profits and widespread tax evasion

Authorities confiscate expired and improperly stored meats and seafood, tracing supplies to hospitals and public institutions to prevent health risks

Authorities uncover a network of fake companies behind millions in losses, with several high-profile media personalities among those implicated

Authorities identify a 21-year-old allegedly present during the fatal attack on a 20-year-old, as investigations expand and the victim’s family calls for justice and answers

Other arrested individuals include accountants, businesspeople and "straw men", along with a suspect identified as a one-time reality television show participant

Authorities dismantle a criminal network defrauding social security and the state, implicating public figures, models, and social media personalities