Changes in the Police Force Due to Retirements
September 7, 2026
The police force is undergoing changes due to retirements, with two out of the four deputy chiefs set to leave. Ioannis Mavrochanas will retire on September 20, followed by Yiannakis Georgiou at the end of 2026. A committee will assess candidates for the vacant positions. Names mentioned include Sofoklis Ioannas and Charis Filipidis. Meanwhile, a reassessment of promotions that were annulled by the Administrative Court is in progress.