Thessaloniki police arrest Serbian national suspected of assassination plot

Greek organized crime units conducted a targeted operation in Thessaloniki to apprehend a Serbian national wanted under an Interpol red notice. The individual, aged 23 or 26 according to various reports, is suspected of entering Greece to participate in a planned assassination of a rival gang member.

The suspect, who is also wanted in Serbia for robbery and other serious crimes, was located at a hospitality establishment near the New Waterfront area. During the raid, police apprehended the primary suspect along with several other individuals, including four other Serbian nationals and a Czech citizen.

Authorities are currently working with Serbian officials to complete the identification process. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the planned criminal activity and the connections between the arrested individuals.