Greek toxicology professor released on bail in Crete corruption probe
A professor of toxicology in Chania, Crete, was released on 27 July 2026 after pleading not guilty to charges of bribery and issuing "ordered" toxicology reports for payment. The court imposed restrictive conditions: a €30,000 financial guarantee, a prohibition on leaving Greece and a requirement to appear at the local police station on the 1st and 15th of each month.
The same investigation also involves a medical examiner who was granted a new deadline to give his testimony. Authorities from the Chania Sub‑Division of Crime and Investigation, referring to the case as part of the alleged "Crete mafia", say the two scientists allegedly provided false forensic reports to benefit certain individuals and affect the outcome of serious judicial proceedings.
Entities: Chania Crime Unit (Υποδιεύθυνση Δίωξης και Εξιχνίασης Εγκλημάτων Χανίων) · Chania Prosecutor's Office · Chania Sub‑Division of Crime and Investigation · Chania forensic doctor · EL.AS. (Greek Anti‑Corruption Authority) · Forensic doctor (Chania) · Greek Prosecutor's Office · Greek authorities · Greek toxicologist · Mafia of Crete · Medical Examiner (Chania) · Professor of Toxicology (Chania)
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- [● 14 SOURCES] He is accused of bribery of a public employee in connection with his actions.
- [● 14 SOURCES] He is accused of issuing toxicology reports “on order” for monetary payment to influence court cases.
- [● 14 SOURCES] The medical examiner involved received a new deadline to give his testimony.
- [● 14 SOURCES] The professor of toxicology was released on bail with restrictive conditions on 27 July 2026.
- [● 14 SOURCES] He was prohibited from leaving Greece.
- [● 14 SOURCES] He must appear at the local police station on the 1st and 15th of each month.
- [● 14 SOURCES] He was required to post a financial guarantee of €30,000.
- [● 14 SOURCES] The investigation is being conducted by the Chania Sub‑Division of Crime and Investigation, described as part of the alleged “Crete mafia”.