Thessaloniki police solve thefts, fraud, and extortion cases

Police departments in Thessaloniki, including Toumpa-Triandria, Chalkidona, and Thermi, have identified 14 individuals involved in various criminal activities committed between February 2024 and October 2026.

In the Toumpa-Triandria area, eight individuals face charges for six thefts and two cases of extortion. These crimes, which included residential, commercial, and distraction-based thefts, resulted in the loss of approximately 86,000 euros in cash and goods.

In Chalkidona, four people were charged with the theft of various items and three motorcycles, as well as one case of joint fraud. The total value of stolen goods in this region is estimated at 3,200 euros, plus 150 euros in cash.

Additionally, in Thermi, a 52-year-old man was charged with attempted theft following a break-in at a social building and a workshop. A 43-year-old woman was also charged with theft by association after allegedly approaching a 70-year-old woman under false pretenses.