Corfu, April 20 – A 28-year-old Greek national was arrested yesterday, April 19, 2026, in Corfu, by officers of the Prevention and Mediation Team (OPDI), on charges of distinguished thefts. The arrest took place in the afternoon hours.
Police Investigation Leads to Arrest in Livadi Ropa
The 28-year-old was located and apprehended in the Livadi Ropa area after thorough searches by the police. He is accused of, together with two identified accomplices who are currently at large, stealing approximately 200 euros from a coin-operated car wash machine on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Three More Theft Cases Uncovered
Further police investigation revealed the involvement of the aforementioned individuals in three additional similar cases. These thefts occurred on April 12 and 14, 2026, as well as on December 7, 2025. The incidents took place in the North Corfu region and on the outskirts of Corfu town. The total amount stolen in these three cases was approximately 1,600 euros.
Car Confiscated, Suspect Before Prosecutor
The preliminary investigation into the case was conducted by the Sub-Directorate for the Prosecution and Investigation of Crimes in Corfu. As part of the investigation, a private car used by the suspects during the commission of the criminal acts was confiscated.
The arrested individual was taken before the Corfu Public Prosecutor.
Source: https://www.startmediacorfu.gr/kerkyra-syllipsi-28chronou-gia-diakekrimenes-klopes/
