Arrest of two minors for involvement in criminal network
June 20, 2026
Two 17-year-olds were arrested in Crete and Thessaloniki for their involvement in an international child pornography and extortion network. The minors allegedly threatened and blackmailed other children through social media. They coerced victims into carving their names on their bodies and attempted to push some into self-destructive actions. The arrests were made in cooperation with Greek and American authorities. Electronic evidence was found, including materials related to sexual abuse.