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Athens Gang Arrested for Metro Robberies

A gang of 21, including 14 minors, was arrested in Athens for a series of robberies committed primarily in and around metro stations.

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Where did the gang primarily operate?: The gang primarily operated in and around Athens metro, ISAP, and tram stations, targeting victims for their necklaces.
How many members of the gang were arrested?: Athens Security announced the arrest of 21 members of a gang, 14 of whom are minors, involved in a series of robberies across Attica.
What methods did the gang use to commit robberies?: The gang used various distraction techniques, such as hugging or creating artificial crowds, to carry out the robberies.
Were any other individuals arrested besides the gang members?: In addition to the 21 arrested gang members, 13 more individuals were arrested on various charges, including drug possession and possession of forged documents.
What items were recovered by authorities during the investigation?: Law enforcement recovered various items during searches, including mobile phones, tablets, knives, and a small amount of cannabis.

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