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Greek Coast Guard Arrests Captain of Unlicensed Floating Canteen in Koufonisia
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Greek Coast Guard Arrests Captain of Unlicensed Floating Canteen in Koufonisia

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Greek coast guard arrested the captain of a floating canteen operating without a permit in Koufonisia.
  • The vessel, a barge functioning as a canteen, arrived at Italida beach on July 11 without the required authorization.
  • Authorities are investigating the incident, and the barge has been removed from the beach.

The Greek coast guard apprehended the captain of a floating canteen that docked in Koufonisia without the necessary permits. The vessel, identified as a barge operating as a floating refreshment spot, arrived at Italida beach on the evening of July 11. Local coast guard officials responded to the scene, and a patrol boat was dispatched from the Naxos Port Authority for inspection.

During the inspection, it was confirmed that the barge lacked a license for commercial activity and had not obtained any relevant permits for its operation in the area. Following instructions from the Naxos Prosecutor's Office, the barge was ordered to be removed from the beach, and the captain was arrested.

The Naxos Port Authority is conducting the preliminary investigation into the matter. Ianthi Sergiou, secretary of the Koufonisi Cultural Association "Keros," spoke to MEGA, stating, "There is no legal authorization that one can obtain for this." The incident highlights issues with unauthorized commercial operations in popular tourist areas.

There is no legal authorization that one can obtain for this.

— Ianthi SergiouSecretary of the Koufonisi Cultural Association "Keros," speaking to MEGA about the incident.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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