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Elderly telephone fraud scams in Greece and Turkey

42 clusters · 143 sources · last updated

Latest: Pyrgos: Elderly man traps fraud ring, leading to arrest

Since July 2024, Greek police have conducted numerous operations against telephone-fraud rings targeting senior citizens. Previous investigations in areas such as Kastoria, Ioannina, and Achaea dismantled networks using

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Greece transport disruptions July–October 2026

66 clusters · 143 sources · last updated

Latest: Thessaloniki-Nea Moudania National Road maintenance works announced

Throughout July and August 2026, Greece experienced extensive transport disruptions due to infrastructure upgrades, maintenance, and summer scheduling. In Athens, the license-plate-based “Ring” traffic restriction was su

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Criminal investigations and arrests in Greece

4 clusters · 23 sources · last updated

Latest: Volos police officer released under restrictions amid bribery investigation

Recent law enforcement actions in Greece have addressed distinct criminal activities involving fraud and corruption. In Phthiotis, police uncovered four fraud cases targeting elderly citizens that resulted in losses exce

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Greek organized crime law enforcement efforts

5 clusters · 37 sources · last updated

Latest: Greece: Criminal investigations, political disputes, and severe weather alerts

Greek Minister of Citizen Protection Michalis Chrysochoidis previously announced that organized crime in the country has been “nearly decimated,” reporting the dismantling of over 270 criminal organizations. In response

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Motoring rally events in Greece

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated

Latest: Tour du Péloponnèse classic car rally to begin in Greece

In early September, the 42nd AVIN Rally Phthiotis was scheduled as the third round of the Greek Rally Dirt Championship. The event involved 55 crews, including international competitors from Cyprus, Italy, and Belgium, c

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Greek Gamma Ethniki football season preparations

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: Gamma Ethniki 2026-27 season begins with 113 teams

The Greek Gamma Ethniki football league is preparing for its 2026-2027 season. The league consists of 113 teams organized into 10 geographical groups to mitigate travel expenses. Vasilis Sideris, President of the Helleni

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Juvenile crime and arrests in Greece

2 clusters · 25 sources · last updated

Latest: Lamia: Two minors remanded in custody for theft spree

Authorities in Greece have conducted several operations targeting juvenile criminal activity involving arson, theft, and organized gang behavior. In early September, police arrested minors in Psychiko for allegedly caus

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Flood protection and infrastructure in Central Greece

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated

Latest: Phthiotis infrastructure: 13.2 million euro road and flood protection projects

Greek authorities have initiated significant infrastructure and flood protection measures in the Thessaly and Phthiotis regions to mitigate extreme weather impacts. In early September 2026, the Ministries of National Ec

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Traffic violations and arrests in Greece

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated

Latest: Greece: Multiple arrests made for dangerous driving and traffic violations

A 21-year-old driver was arrested in Vrilissia, Greece, following an incident on Pentelis Avenue. Authorities acted after video footage circulated showing a vehicle speeding through a red light during the early morning o

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