Greek Police Dismantle Steroid Ring Involving Officers, Doctor

A criminal network involved in the illegal trade of anabolic steroids and pharmaceuticals, including a serving police officer, has been dismantled by Greece's Internal Affairs Service. The operation, conducted on July 9, 2026, across Attica, led to the arrest of three individuals, one of whom is a police officer. Authorities are also seeking another foreign national involved in the ring.

Further charges related to specific illegal activities have been filed against eleven other individuals. Among them are two more police officers and a doctor from a public hospital. The charges encompass participation in a criminal organization, violations of anti-doping and pharmaceutical laws, and offenses related to weapons and narcotics.

The investigation, which began after an assessment of a complaint, uncovered a structured network operating since at least August 2025. The group's primary focus was the procurement, storage, and sale of substances banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). They generated substantial illegal profits through a distribution network targeting interested buyers.

The ring's modus operandi involved importing substances from abroad, with storage managed by one of the arrested members and the foreign national now sought internationally. The distribution was handled either directly or through a police officer and their associate, who cultivated a separate client base. These individuals were responsible for promoting products, advising buyers on usage, collecting payments, and managing illicit revenue. Deliveries were made through personal meetings or postal services, with payments processed via bank transfers or electronic money transfer applications.

In May 2026, the organization adjusted its operations following an international initiative coordinated by Europol targeting counterfeit drugs and supplements. They enhanced counter-surveillance measures and sought new supply sources, though their illicit activities continued unabated.