Brutal Athens Attacks: CCTV Footage Leads to Arrest

Athens Attacker Arrested After Two Unprovoked Assaults Athens, Greece – A 37-year-old man is in custody following two separate, unprovoked attacks that occurred within a 24-hour period in central Athens. The first attack, captured on CCTV footage, involved a 67-year-old woman in the Exarchia district. The second attack targeted a 37-year-old man on Alexandras Avenue. The suspect was apprehended on Friday, June 6th, 2025, in downtown Athens. "The attacks were completely random and brutal," stated a police spokesperson, who requested anonymity. "The suspect showed no remorse and acted with extreme violence." The CCTV footage, released by newsit.gr, shows the suspect calmly sitting at a cafe moments before the Exarchia attack. After the assault, he is seen leaving the scene without hesitation. The video also shows the suspect's movements leading up to the second attack. The victims are receiving medical treatment, and investigations are ongoing. The swift arrest is a testament to the effectiveness of the Athens police force in addressing violent crime.