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Greek law enforcement crime prevention operations

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Greek law enforcement has conducted various targeted police operations across multiple regions to combat crime and delinquency. Initial operations in Thessaloniki, Argolis, and Arcadia focused heavily on juvenile crime prevention and curbing underage alcohol consumption and minor offenses. Subsequent operations in Thessaloniki expanded to include specialized units, resulting in arrests for narcotics trafficking, theft, and illegal residency. In mid-August, enforcement expanded to the Achaia region, addressing drug possession, store burglaries, and domestic violence. In late August, police in Thessaloniki dismantled a criminal organization responsible for robberies targeting retail stores. Operations also extended to the islands, where a 34-year-old foreign national was arrested in Santorini for four burglaries allegedly involving over 28,500 euros. In Ekali and Agia Paraskevi, a domestic worker was detained for the systematic theft of jewelry valued at approximately 40,000 euros. Other arrests in the Cyclades included violations regarding unlicensed massage services, noise regulations, driving under the influence, and cocaine possession. In early September, a coordinated operation involving the police departments of Spetses, Ermionida, and Epidavros led to the arrest of six individuals following a robbery on the island of Spetses involving 40,000 euros and a watch. On September 12, police operations in Western Greece and Thessaloniki targeted narcotics and weapons violations, including the seizure of cannabis plants and a knife. On September 17, 2026, the Hellenic Police dismantled an organized crime group responsible for a series of residential burglaries across the Attica ~~region, including Athens, Kallithea, Nea Smyrni, and Spata.~~ region. In late September, police dismantled a human trafficking ring in Nafplio. In October 2026, operations continued with the arrest of a 58-year-old in Rhodes for large-scale drug cultivation and ~~trafficking, involving the seizure of over 14 kilograms of cannabis and 44 grams of cocaine.~~ trafficking. In late October 2026, operations targeted narcotics distribution and cultivation.

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