Greek Woman Arrested in London for 2010 Marfin Bank Arson Attack

A 46-year-old Greek woman, arrested at London's Gatwick Airport on an international warrant, is set to appear before a British court to face extradition proceedings to Greece. She is wanted in connection with a fatal arson attack on a Marfin bank branch on Stadiou Street in Athens in 2010.

According to a spokesperson for the UK's National Crime Agency (NCA), the arrest was carried out by officers from the National Extradition Unit. The woman had been sought by Greek authorities for her alleged role in the firebombing of the Athens bank branch. She is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, July 14, where the examination of Greece's extradition request will commence.

Reports indicate the woman had been living in the UK for several years and had reportedly expressed an intention to return to Greece voluntarily upon learning her name was linked to the case. She maintains her innocence and, through her lawyer, had contacted the Homicide Department of the Hellenic Police's Organized Crime Fighting Directorate, expressing a willingness to provide explanations to Greek authorities.

However, an international arrest warrant had already been issued, leading to her apprehension by British authorities. Her extradition to Greece is expected in the coming days, after which she will appear before an investigating judge. Police spokesperson Konstantia Dimoglidou stated that the suspect was informed through a relative and subsequently communicated with her lawyer. The arrest warrant remains active, meaning she would be arrested by British authorities if located at any time.

She is considered the third person implicated in the attack, following the recent arrests of two 42-year-old individuals in Greece. While she has the right to appeal her extradition, sources suggest she does not intend to do so, as she claims readiness to cooperate with Greek authorities. Public television reports indicate her arrival in Greece is expected within two weeks to face a prosecutor. Police reportedly possess evidence suggesting she stood next to the man who smashed the bank's window on the day of the arson. Furthermore, ERT reports a witness account placing her holding a bag of Molotov cocktails for the group. All three arrested individuals maintain their innocence, while the Hellenic Police assert they have identified those involved with 100% certainty. The investigation is focusing on two more individuals.

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The arrest warrant is active, so she must be arrested whenever located by the British authorities.