Three minors arrested for fire in Psychiko – Veikou Grove
Three minors are accused of throwing firecrackers into dry grass in Psychiko on 4 September. Their parents are being held for negligent supervision.
Arrests of minors for arson in Psychiko – Veikou Grove
Three minors were arrested in connection with a fire that broke out in the afternoon of 4 September, at approximately 18:50, in an outdoor area on the outskirts of Psychiko, the upper section of Veikou Grove and Galatsi, according to Ta Nea. At the same time, their parents were placed in custody, facing charges of negligent supervision of minors.
Following the incident, officers from the Arson Crime Prevention Directorate (ΔΑΕΕ) conducted an inspection at the scene, gathered evidence and took statements in order to establish the conditions under which the fire started.
According to the findings of the preliminary investigation by the Arson Crime Prevention Directorate, the three minors allegedly threw firecrackers into dry plant material, which caused the ignition and spread of the fire.
During their questioning, according to information from the Fire Service, the minors admitted their involvement, described their actions and expressed remorse by asking for forgiveness for the incident.
The arrested individuals will be referred to the competent prosecutorial authorities along with the preliminary investigation material, so that the prescribed legal procedures can be followed.
Source: Ta Nea