Brawl with sticks at Heraklion church: six Sudanese arrested, two injured
Two young Greek men were injured in a brawl in the courtyard of a church in Heraklion. Six Sudanese nationals were arrested with sticks in their possession.
Brawl with sticks at Agios Ioannis Chosto — six arrests
Two young Greek men, aged 18 and 22, were injured on the evening of Monday, 12 October in a violent brawl in the courtyard of a church in the Agios Ioannis Chosto area of Heraklion, Crete. According to Newsbeast, six Sudanese nationals were subsequently arrested by police.
The incident began with a verbal altercation between the 18-year-old and the group of foreigners, according to information reported by creta24.gr. Tensions escalated rapidly and the argument escalated into physical combat, with the foreigners turning against both the 18-year-old and his 22-year-old friend.
Passers-by witnessed scenes of violence: the two young men were struck with punches, kicks and blows from sticks before their eyes.
Hospital and arrests
The 22-year-old was transported by EKAB ambulance to hospital due to an injury to his foot. After receiving first aid, he left. The 18-year-old suffered abrasions and bruises.
Police forces arrived at the scene after the incident had already ended. However, they proceeded to arrest the six Sudanese nationals, who face charges of causing dangerous bodily harm and violations of weapons legislation. During searches, sticks found in their possession were seized.
Source: Newsbeast