Greek police release details of three 'fake accountants' who defrauded elderly of over 120,000 euros

Greek police have publicly released the details and photographs of three individuals accused of defrauding elderly citizens. The suspects allegedly posed as accountants or employees of electricity companies to deceive their victims.

Through these impersonations, the accused managed to extort jewelry and cash from elderly individuals across various regions of Greece. The total value of the stolen assets exceeds 120,000 euros. The police investigation, conducted by the Piraeus Crimes Division, uncovered their activities on July 23, 2026.

Criminal charges have been filed against the three individuals, including robbery, aggravated theft, fraud, and embezzlement. The charges specify that the crimes were committed jointly and repeatedly, with the total value of the stolen items surpassing 120,000 euros. The police highlighted that the publication of the suspects' information is intended to aid in the investigation of similar crimes and to protect the public.

The individuals identified are Stavros Ioannis, born in Athens in 1982; Angelopoulos Ioannis, born in Nikaia Attica in 1985; and Dimitris Panagiotis, born in Nikaia Attica in 1998. Authorities are urging citizens to contact the Piraeus Crimes Division or the local police if they have any information or believe they may have been victims.