Seven-member gang busted for 24 burglaries in Attica, stealing over 865,000 euros

Authorities have dismantled a criminal organization responsible for at least 24 burglaries and thefts across Attica, with loot exceeding 865,000 euros. The Southeast Attica Department for the Pursuit and Investigation of Crimes uncovered the operation after an extensive investigation into a series of home break-ins.

Through a combination of intelligence and evidence, police identified a structured group of seven individuals, aged 21 to 41. They have been charged with forming and joining a criminal organization, as well as aggravated theft, both completed and attempted, committed jointly, professionally, and continuously. The gang operated from January to March 2025, with distinct roles, aiming to commit burglaries for illicit financial gain.

The group used a rented vehicle as their base and communicated via disposable "ghost phones" to avoid detection. They targeted homes, forcing entry through doors and balconies with tools and stealing cash and jewelry. In one instance, they removed and disabled a siren by placing it in a bucket of water. The burglaries occurred in areas including Paiania, Koropi, Glyfada, Voula, Vrilissia, Nea Penteli, Melissia, Kifissia, Pallini, Glyka Nera, Varkiza, Vouliagmeni, and Gerakas.

Authorities noted that the perpetrators had previous offenses for similar crimes. The case file has been submitted to the competent prosecutor.