Police Deny Reports of Teacher Arrests in Nea Ionia School Incident
The Hellenic Police dismissed as entirely inaccurate several media claims alleging that officers arrested teachers at a Nea Ionia school following a dispute with a parent.
Concerns Raised Over AI Generated Images Circulating Online
The police noted serious concern over photos shared on social media that were clearly produced using artificial intelligence, stressing that such misleading visuals distort public perception.
Official Police Statement Clarifies Events
According to the official announcement, it was necessary to restore the truth as actions falsely attributed to the police had no connection to reality.
Sequence of Calls to Police
The incident began when the Emergency Response Center received a call from a lawyer representing a parent, reporting a verbal altercation on school grounds. Shortly after, a second call was made by a teacher from the same school.
Police Response and Transfer to Station
Officers arrived immediately and, considering both the nature of the dispute and the sensitivity of the school environment, brought the involved individuals to the local police station to conduct the required preliminary investigation. Two people were transported in a police vehicle, while the complainant arrived independently.
Prosecutor Orders No Immediate Arrest Procedure
The responsible Prosecutor issued verbal instructions not to proceed with an immediate arrest process and requested that the gathered investigative material be submitted to the Prosecutor's Office.
Police Reject Claims of Arrests or Handcuff Use
The police emphasized that any reports of arrests, handcuffs, or automatic arrest procedures targeting teachers were completely false and created misleading impressions among the public.
Warning About Misleading AI Content
The announcement highlighted concern over images circulating online that have no connection to the case and are evidently AI generated. The use of such content increases misinformation and undermines the calm judgement needed for addressing similar incidents.
Commitment to Lawfulness and Professionalism
The Hellenic Police reaffirmed that it always operates within the boundaries of legality, with sensitivity, professionalism and institutional neutrality, respecting the educational community and prioritizing public order and the protection of all involved.
