Thessaloniki: Man arrested for illegal corpse transport, operating without license

Thessaloniki police have arrested a 28-year-old man in the Ampelokipi-Menemeni area for allegedly operating a funeral service without the required legal documentation and illegally transporting a corpse. The arrest occurred on the afternoon of Friday, June 12, 2026, following a complaint that prompted an immediate on-site inspection by authorities.

During the inspection, officers discovered that the 28-year-old had taken possession of a woman's body and transported it in a vehicle that lacked the proper permit for corpse transportation. The vehicle has been confiscated for further examination. It was also determined that the individual did not possess a license to operate a funeral home, as mandated by current legislation.

Authorities are investigating whether the man had been operating illegally for an extended period. A case file has been compiled against him. Following the completion of procedural steps, he was released on the verbal order of the competent prosecutor.

The case remains under investigation by the relevant police authorities to ascertain the full extent of potential violations associated with the operation of his business. The investigation aims to ensure full compliance with regulations governing funeral services and the transportation of deceased individuals.