A 39-year-old Greek man who was aboard a helicopter that landed on Zogeria Beach in Spetses on Saturday has been released on the orders of a prosecutor.
The helicopter’s unexpected landing caused concern among beachgoers and disrupted the normally quiet scene at the popular beach.
The 39-year-old passenger was initially arrested on suspicion of drug possession. However, he was later released following a decision by the prosecutor.
A foreign woman who was travelling with him remains missing, and authorities are continuing their efforts to locate her.
The helicopter’s two German pilots were not arrested under the automatic arrest procedure. They have, however, given statements to authorities as investigators continue gathering evidence as part of the preliminary investigation.
Authorities are expected to clarify the circumstances surrounding the helicopter’s landing and the events that followed as the investigation progresses.
