Three Arrested in Greece Over Negligence-Related Fires in Preveza and Halkidiki

Greek authorities have apprehended three people in connection with separate fires that broke out in the regions of Preveza and Halkidiki. The arrests are linked to alleged negligence that led to the incidents on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

Investigative units specializing in arson crimes, known as the Investigative Units for Combating Arson Crimes (AKAE), are handling the cases. They are working in collaboration with local investigative services to probe the circumstances surrounding the fires. The focus is on determining whether negligence played a role in the ignition and spread of the flames.

In the first case, a 58-year-old local man and a woman were taken into custody. The second incident, occurring in Halkidiki, also resulted in an arrest, though details about the individual were not immediately provided. The Fire Service's commitment to investigating these alleged acts of negligence highlights the seriousness with which such incidents are being treated.