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Juvenile assault in Chania

Overview

On September 3, 2026, a 13-year-old boy was ambushed and beaten by a group of at least five minors, aged 14 to 15, on Korai Street in Chania, Greece. The assault, which took place outside a school, was reportedly filmed by the attackers.

The victim’s family indicated the attack was premeditated, noting the boy had received prior threats from the group. Following a formal complaint, police arrested two minors and their parents, while a third individual has been identified. The victim was taken to Heraklion for a forensic medical examination. Authorities are also investigating a second reported assault involving the same group.

Entities

Chania · Fire Arson Crimes Directorate · Psychiko · Greek Fire Service · Hellenic Police

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Chania: Minors ambush and beat 13-year-old boy

    A 13-year-old boy was ambushed and beaten by a group of minors outside a school in Chania, Greece. Police have arrested two suspects and are investigating a second related incident.

  2. 8 days ago

    [CRIME] 21 sources
    Greece: Juveniles arrested for Psychiko arson and Chania theft gang

    Greek authorities arrested three minors for causing a fire in Psychiko with firecrackers and dismantled a juvenile gang in Chania responsible for 14 thefts of motorcycles and scooters.

Sources

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