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Authorities have dismantled a criminal group linked to multiple jewelry store robberies across Thessaly, central Greece, and the Peloponnese in southern Greece, police said Thursday.
Three foreign nationals – two men and a minor – were arrested in the early hours while traveling in a car in Pieria. Officers stopped the vehicle and took them into custody.
Investigators say the suspects operated between February 24 and March 3, breaking into three jewelry stores and a tourist souvenir shop in Trikala, Larissa and Viotia. They also attempted a burglary in Achaia.
The gang stole large quantities of gold jewelry, watches, and other valuables. Authorities confirmed they used the vehicle for their crimes before their arrest.