Turkish Man's Hideout Found: Thessaloniki Shooting Suspect Apprehended

Thessaloniki Shooting Suspect's Hideout Discovered in Rodopi Mountain Village A Turkish national, arrested for allegedly firing upon agents of the Greek National Intelligence Service (EYP) in Thessaloniki, was apprehended in a remote mountain village in Rodopi, Greece. The suspect, a 49-year-old man, had been attempting to escape to Bulgaria when he was captured. Greek police (ELAS) conducted a coordinated search operation that led to his arrest in Kato Vyrsi. According to reports from ertnews.gr, the suspect had been hiding in Kato Vyrsi since last Thursday, using the village as a temporary refuge. He reportedly utilized other hideouts before settling in Kato Vyrsi. Sources indicate that the suspect had acquaintances in the village who provided him with food and water. "The arrest demonstrates the effectiveness of the coordinated efforts between ELAS and other intelligence agencies," stated a law enforcement official, speaking on the condition of anonymity. The discovery of the suspect's hideout provides crucial insight into the investigation and highlights the challenges faced by authorities in apprehending individuals involved in such incidents. The successful capture underscores the determination of Greek law enforcement in pursuing those responsible for violence against state agents.