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EL.AS shared photos of the weapons, machine guns and grenades found in the Yafka in Pagrati. As he announced, a preliminary investigation is being carried out by the Directorate for Dealing with Special Violent Crimes.
The announcement of EL.AS.
Yesterday afternoon, Tuesday November 19, 2024, an investigation was carried out by the Special Violent Crimes Directorate, in a warehouse of an apartment building in an area of Athens.
In particular, during the investigation, which was assisted by specialized officers of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Department (TEEM) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, the following were found and seized:
- 3- grenades,
- submachine gun,
- 6- firearms, various parts of weapons, magazines and many cartridges,
- 25- detonators,
- 7.5-kg of ammonium dynamite,
- 3- kilos of gelato dynamite,
- 2- kilos of TNT,
- 220- grams of gunpowder,
- slow burning fuse,
- 37- kilos of ammonia nitrate,
- fake license plate and laptop.
A preliminary investigation is carried out by the Directorate for Dealing with Special Violent Crimes.
The photos with the objects
The timeline of the case
Weapons, grenades, bullets and explosives were found by the Anti-Terrorist Service during a search last night (19/11) in Pagrati.
According to information from ERT, on Tuesday afternoon, a private individual informed Ameso Drasi that he found weapons and explosives in a warehouse owned by him, while there were also reports that the area may be related to the case of the explosion in the apartment on Arkadias Street in Ampelokipi.
Police pyrotechnicians went to the scene and then Anti-Terrorism officials, who identified the weapons, as well as other elements that are already in their microscope.
EL.AS estimates for the yafka
The police officers estimate that they are in front of a yafka linked to the armed guerrilla war, the third generation of terrorists and what they are examining is whether there is any connection with the terrorist cell of Ampelokipi, after the explosion in the apartment on Arkadias street, where one was killed a man and a woman were seriously injured.
It is recalled that on Monday a 31-year-old man was arrested for the case, as his fingerprint was found on a bag with weapons, found in the apartment on Arkadias Street.
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How does the location of these weapons in a residential area change the perception of safety among the local community?
Interview section 1: Understanding the significance of the discovery of weapons, grenades, bullets, and explosives in Pagrati
1. Can you explain more about the significance of finding these arms and explosives in a residential area like Pagrati?
2. What are the potential implications of this discovery on the security situation in Greece, particularly in light of the recent explosion in Ampelokipi?
3. How has the public reacted to this news, and what are some of the concerns they might have about safety and security?
Interview section 2: Exploring the past and present of terrorist groups in Greece
1. Can you provide some historical context on the evolution of terrorist groups in Greece, and how they have changed over time?
2. What are some examples of past terrorist attacks and actions that have occurred in Greece, and how have they shaped public perception of these groups?
3. How have security forces adapted their strategies to address terrorism in Greece, and have they been effective?
Interview section 3: Uncovering the mysteries behind the Ampelokipi explosion and arrest
1. What are some of the key clues or evidence linking the discovery of these weapons to the Ampelokipi explosion?
2. How might the arrest of one man relate to the larger dynamics of Greek terrorism, if at all?
3. What are some potential motives or reasons for the actions of this particular terrorist cell, if indeed they were involved in the explosion?
Interview section 4: Prospects for future counterterrorism efforts
1. What are the biggest challenges facing Greek law enforcement in their efforts to combat terrorism?
2. How can the public play a role in supporting counterterrorism efforts, and what are some ways the government can improve communication about current threats?
3. Are there any lessons from other countries’ experiences with terrorism that could be applicable to Greece’s situation?
