Arrest of 45-year-old at El. Venizelos for cryptocurrency fraud
A foreign national was arrested at Athens airport before his departure for Cyprus. He is accused of involvement in an international criminal group that defrauded investors through fake opportunities in digital currencies, causing losses of over €160,000.
Arrest of 45-year-old at El. Venizelos for cryptocurrency fraud
In the early morning hours of 10 July 2026, security officers at Athens airport proceeded to arrest a 45-year-old man who is not a Greek national. The arrest took place in the departure area of Athens International Airport, shortly before he boarded an aircraft bound for Nicosia. A European arrest warrant had been issued against him by the Belgian authorities.
The arrested man faces serious charges, including membership in an organised criminal group, serial fraud, and money laundering from proceeds of illegal activities. According to investigation findings, since 2023 the 45-year-old participated in a network operating at international level that defrauded unsuspecting investors by offering them fake opportunities to invest in digital currencies.
His role within the group was that of "account manager". He came into contact with potential victims, presented them with fraudulent investment proposals and guided them to transfer money. The total illegal profit attributed to his activities exceeds €160,000.
Following his arrest, he was brought before the prosecuting authorities for extradition proceedings to Belgium.
Source: Google News GR — Crime (el)