# Theft and burglary incidents in Greece

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/theft-and-burglary-incidents-in-greece
> Updated: 2026-08-25T13:03:23.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Recent reports from Greece detail separate criminal incidents involving high-value thefts.

In Mykonos, a driver was arrested after allegedly stealing a Hermès handbag and a Rolex watch valued at €75,000 from a Ukrainian tourist. The items were reportedly taken as a guarantee for transport services before the driver fled. Police recovered the valuables hidden under rocks near the Holy Temple of Agios Patapios.

In Larissa, two Georgian nationals were apprehended following a series of at least 10 professional burglaries conducted between August 7 and August 20. The suspects, described as experts in lock-picking, stole cash and jewelry totaling more than 149,000 euros. They were caught after a security camera alerted a homeowner, and both individuals have been remanded in custody.

## Claims

- Two Georgian nationals were arrested in Larissa for a series of burglaries. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The suspects committed 10 burglaries between August 7 and August 19/20. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The burglars used specialized master keys and lock-picking tools. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The total value of stolen goods, including cash and jewelry, exceeds 149,000 euros. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- A security camera connected to a mobile app alerted the homeowner during the crime. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The two suspects, aged 40 and 42, were remanded in custody. (single source)
- Police recovered euros, US dollars, and British pounds at the scene. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-25: Larissa: Two Georgian burglars arrested after 149,000 euro theft spree

Two Georgian nationals were arrested in Larissa, Greece, after a security camera led police to them during a series of burglaries totaling over 149,000 euros in cash and jewelry.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/larissa-two-georgian-burglars-arrested-after-149000-euro-theft-spree

### 2026-08-05: Greek driver arrested for stealing €75,000 Hermès bag and Rolex watch in Mykonos

A Greek driver on Mykonos stole a €75,000 Hermès bag and Rolex watch from a Ukrainian tourist, was caught the same day, and the items were found hidden near a local temple.

18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-driver-arrested-for-stealing-herms-bag-rolex-watch-in-mykonos

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