Arson attacks in Thessaloniki: Investigation underway for trio or group of four suspects following triple assault
The prosecuting authorities are examining genetic material and traces from explosive devices to identify those responsible for the triple arson attack in Thessaloniki, with the involvement of a fourth person not ruled out.
Arson attacks in Thessaloniki: Investigation underway for trio or group of four suspects following triple assault
Remnants from the devices used in the attacks are currently in the forensic laboratories, along with an insulating tape that was discovered in one of them. Scientists are searching for genetic material and other traces that will lead to those responsible for the triple arson attack in Thessaloniki.
The findings from the analyses are expected shortly and are believed to shed light on the identity of those responsible. In parallel, police are reconstructing the route followed by the perpetrators before and after the attacks.
Initially, the assessment was that three men with two motorcycles carried out the plan. The riders of the first motorcycle are reported to have placed the incendiary devices, whilst a third person on a separate motorcycle acted as an observer. However, more recent information from witness statements and video footage is leading officers to the possibility of a fourth accomplice.
The investigators are also examining whether the three attacks are connected to each other and whether they were carried out by the same group responsible for similar acts in the recent past. It is suspected that the motorcycles were legitimate, as none were found burnt at the scene.
The Counter-Terrorism Service, with the assistance of local and central services of the Hellenic Police, is working to determine the exact number of those involved. Some of the evidence may have been destroyed during extinguishing operations by the Fire Brigade.
Police statistics show that in Attica, during the 2024-2026 period, 191 case files have been opened for similar attacks using makeshift incendiary or explosive devices, with 159 arrests having been made.
Source: Naftemporiki
Source: Naftemporiki