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Arrest of Owner and Executives of Violanta Following Deaths of Employees

January 27, 2026

The owner of the Violanta factory and two other executives were arrested following a tragedy that resulted in the deaths of five women in Trikala. The owner is facing charges of negligent homicide and other related offenses concerning the explosion and fire. The tragedy appears to have been caused by a gas leak and a strong explosion in the factory area. Authorities are continuing their investigations to determine exactly what happened. Five families are left without their beloved women following this tragic event.