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Four Arrested for Human Trafficking in Evros and Rodopi

Published January 13, 2026, 10:34

Four individuals were arrested on Monday (January 12th) in the Evros and Rodopi regions for human trafficking. Two foreign nationals were arrested while transporting a total of 19 illegal immigrants in private cars. Additionally, two Greek nationals were arrested for their involvement in a scheme to facilitate the movement of illegal immigrants, with one acting as a scout to avoid police checks. The vehicles used and mobile phones were confiscated. The arrested individuals will be brought before the competent prosecutors, while the preliminary investigation is being conducted by the Border Guard Departments of Soufli, Orestiada, and Sapes.