Today the first defendants are being led before the judiciary of the so -called case “Mafia of Crete”with the interest focusing on the decision on their further criminal treatment. Tomorrow is expected to be followed by others, while at the same time There is a second case file that includes even more heavier offenses, such as blackmail, challenge of physical damage and attempts at homicide.
Speaking to ERTnews, ELAS spokesman Konstantia Dimoglidou spoke For new developments in the following days. “Other arrests are expected about this case, as well as allegations of suspects that will explain to the responsible investigator,” he said.
According to the police investigation, Some members of the organization allegedly played an active role in blackmail cases, beatings, but also in assassination attempts. ‘Already 16 people
They are in prison for specific offenses related to the action of the criminal organization, “Ms. Dimoglidou added.
Between the recorded incidents stands out the placement of an explosive mechanism At the expense of a police officer, as well as deterrence, at the last minute, a corresponding attack on a lawyer in Chania. The case file also includes other acts, which are investigated in depth.
The case began to unfold gradually since January, when the first 16 arrests for drug trafficking, gun possession and other serious offenses were made.