14-year-old beaten in Chania: arrest of teenage attacker and his mother
A 14-year-old was attacked by a peer in central Chania, whilst other minors filmed the incident. Arrests followed and referral to the prosecutor.
Attack filmed by minors in Chania — arrests and investigation
A 14-year-old was repeatedly struck by a peer on Thursday evening in a central location in Chania, according to a complaint filed with authorities by a parent. Approximately ten other minors were present at the scene and reportedly recorded the attack on their mobile phones without intervening.
According to Dikastiko.gr, the injured 14-year-old was examined by a forensic pathologist. His state of health is not considered concerning.
Police authorities proceeded with the arrest of the minor alleged to have launched the attack, as well as his mother. The latter is accused of negligence in supervising a minor. Both are expected to appear before the competent prosecutor on Saturday.
In parallel, an investigation is underway into the other minors who were present during the incident. Authorities are also examining the possibility that similar incidents have been recorded in the past.
Source: Dikastiko.gr