Volos: Most of the 370,000 euros extorted from 13-year-old boy recovered

Greek authorities have recovered the majority of the money extorted from a 13-year-old boy in Volos, marking a significant development in the case.

Following an investigation, police discovered 276,790 euros in a safe within an apartment belonging to the uncle of the primary 34-year-old suspect. The uncle has since passed away.

Despite the recovery of a substantial portion of the 370,000 euros that had been taken from the minor, the 34-year-old suspect, who is alleged to have collaborated with four minors, continues to deny any involvement.

Forensic teams have taken possession of the safe and the banknotes for analysis. They will be examining the items for fingerprints and DNA evidence to aid the investigation.

The case, which has deeply shocked the local community, began in early May and continued until mid-June. It reportedly started when the 13-year-old, son of a well-known businessman, was coerced after his friend falsely claimed he had given fireworks to the 34-year-old suspect, who was supposedly arrested by police. The group then extorted large sums from the boy, threatening him and his parents with legal repercussions.