Operation narrows for suspects in arson attack targeting homes of ND officials in Selanik

The investigation into last week's triple arson attack in Selanik, Yunanistan, has gained momentum through the efforts of anti-terror units. The homes of New Democracy (ND) Party officials were targeted in the attack, resulting in significant material damage. Authorities believe a small group of hardliners is behind the incidents. It is reported that evidence from the crime scene is being examined in detail. The investigation aims to identify the suspects and bring them to justice.

The focal point of the investigation became anarchist circles, where anti-terror units allegedly reached a core group of about ten hardliners. These individuals are suspected of being the perpetrators who carried out the arson attacks, and law enforcement is conducting a meticulous effort to turn every clue into concrete evidence. However, it is noted that examinations at the crime scene and the gathered evidence have not provided directly usable evidence to advance the investigation. Authorities continue to resort to various intelligence and surveillance methods to overcome this shortfall. It is stated that the circle is gradually narrowing to capture the suspects.

The entrance of the apartment building where Lawyer Afrodit Nestora, one of the targets of the attacks, lives, also sustained heavy damage and repair works are now nearing completion. Nestora continues to receive treatment at the Plastic Surgery Clinic of Papannikolau Hospital in Selanik due to the physical effects caused by the attack. Following the care she received at the hospital, she is expected to be discharged to attend her mother Vaya's funeral ceremony, which will take place on perşembe günü in Kozani. The funeral ceremony is planned to be held at noon at the Ayios Nikolaos Church in Kozani. This situation requires a special effort for Nestora, who is going through both a physically and emotionally difficult process.

Savvas Anastasiadis, another individual affected by the attack, issued a strong message to the perpetrators following the events. Anastasiadis emphasized that the killing of Afrodit Nestora's mother Vaya and the arson attacks punished not only a lawyer but society as a whole. This statement reveals the profound impact and public outrage caused by the events. Authorities state that various lines of investigation are being conducted in parallel regarding both the arson attacks and Vaya's death. However, a possible connection between these events has not yet been officially confirmed. It is also reported that another resident living on the second floor was admitted for treatment at the Chest Diseases Clinic of Hipokrat Hospital.

Following the incidents, it is reported that security measures in the area have been increased and protection protocols for political figures have been tightened. Acts of violence against politicians and jurists in Yunanistan have reignited debates over political polarization and tension in the country. Government officials stated that such violent acts constitute a threat to the democratic process and that the perpetrators will be punished most severely. As the investigation deepens, the connections between anarchist circles and political violence continue to draw public attention. Society awaits authorities to take steps both to heal the victims' pain and to ensure justice.