Three minors arrested over fire in Psychiko
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- Greek authorities arrested three minors over a fire in an open area between Psychiko, the upper section of Veikou Grove and Galatsi.
- Investigators said the minors allegedly threw firecrackers that ignited dry vegetation, and the minors admitted their involvement.
- Their parents were also arrested for allegedly failing to supervise them.
Three minors were arrested over a fire that broke out in an open area of Psychiko, according to Greek authorities.
The Fire Service's Directorate for Arson Crimes responded after the blaze started on Friday afternoon near the boundaries of Psychiko, the upper section of Veikou Grove and Galatsi. Investigators said their findings pointed to the involvement of the three minors, who allegedly threw firecrackers. The firecrackers ignited dry vegetation and caused the fire.
The minors were arrested under the flagrant-offense procedure. Their parents were also arrested on charges of failing to supervise minors. During questioning by investigators, the three minors admitted their involvement and expressed remorse for their actions and the consequences they caused.
The detainees are due to appear before the competent prosecuting authorities.
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Originally published by Kathimerini in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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