# Corruption investigation into Tempi crash cleanup > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/corruption-investigation-into-tempi-crash-cleanup > Updated: 2026-08-27T06:02:06.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Greek authorities and judicial officials are investigating allegations of financial misconduct and corruption related to the cleanup operations following the 2023 Tempi train tragedy. The inquiry focuses on the Thessaly Region administration under former Regional Governor Kostas Agorastos regarding a direct contract worth 178,560 euros awarded to Tsapatoris Cranes Transport for work at the Larissa site. Investigators have identified irregularities, noting that records suggest the company was not officially established until April 2023, despite performing work in early March 2023. Additionally, payment rates for specialized vehicles and personnel were reported to be significantly higher than standard rates. The Deputy Prosecutor of Larisa ordered an inquiry into potential criminal activity after the amounts involved exceeded 120,000 euros. In response to these reports, relatives of the tragedy victims attended a Thessaly Regional Council meeting to demand accountability, accusing authorities of profiting from the disaster. Former Governor Agorastos, who participated in the council session via videoconference, stated he would not refuse to answer questions but suggested a private meeting without recording equipment to discuss the matter. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-27: Tempi tragedy victims' families demand answers at Thessaly Regional Council Relatives of Tempi train crash victims attended a Thessaly Regional Council meeting to demand answers regarding controversial debris removal contracts and the alleged use of a ‘ghost company’ at the site. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tempi-tragedy-victims-families-demand-answers-at-thessaly-regional-council ### 2026-08-25: Greece investigates corruption allegations in Tempi crash cleanup Greek authorities are investigating allegations of corruption and irregular payments involving the cleanup of the Tempi train crash site, specifically regarding a company that reportedly operated before its own 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-investigates-corruption-allegations-in-tempi-crash-cleanup --- Cite as: Corruption investigation into Tempi crash cleanup. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/corruption-investigation-into-tempi-crash-cleanup