The Greek Police (ELAS) staged an impressive demonstration of operational readiness, coordination and advanced technology at the 90th Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF).
The demonstration followed the inauguration of the Greek Police Information Centre by Parliament Speaker Nikitas Kaklamanis and Citizen Protection Minister Michalis Chrysochoidis.
EKAM joins Italian and Austrian special forces
Personnel from EKAM, Italy’s G.I.S. and Austria’s EKO Cobra took part in a joint high-risk intervention scenario.
The three elite units operate within the European ATLAS network, which brings together special intervention units from across Europe.
The scenario involved an armed robber who had barricaded himself inside a building.
Police first alerted the Immediate Action unit before heavily armed EKAM officers arrived to handle the high-risk situation.
Robot dog takes the lead
A robotic dog played a key role in the operation.
The Robot Dog approached the location first and opened the door, allowing the special forces to assess the situation and gain a crucial operational advantage.
The robot also removed the suspect’s weapon from the area after police used a loudspeaker to order him to place the weapon on the ground.
The demonstration highlighted how robotic systems can allow police to approach potentially dangerous situations while reducing the immediate risk to officers.
EKAM officers storm the building
EKAM officers then entered the building with speed and precision, overpowering and arresting the suspect.
Throughout the operation, drones flew above the location, providing a continuous view of the scene and relaying critical information to the teams on the ground.
The coordinated use of special forces, drones and robotic technology drew strong applause from spectators watching the demonstration.
The exercise at the 90th TIF showcased how Greece’s security forces are increasingly combining specialised personnel with advanced technological systems in high-risk operations.
