Young Man Arrested
Young Man Arrested
Young Man Arrested

Young Man Arrested After Violent Attack in Central Thessaloniki

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Young Man Arrested After Violent Attack in Central Thessaloniki

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Published on: Jan 19, 2026

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A 22 year old man was arrested in Thessaloniki after attacking and injuring another young man in the Aristotelous area.

Incident in Central Thessaloniki

Police arrested a 22 year old foreign national in the Aristotelous area after he allegedly attacked a 25 year old man with a sharp object during the early morning hours of 18 01 2026.

Details of the Attack

The suspect reportedly assaulted the victim for unknown reasons, causing injuries to the neck and head. Officers transported the injured man to a local hospital using a patrol vehicle from the White Tower Police Department.

Medical Condition of the Victim

The 25 year old remains hospitalized as medical staff address the injuries sustained during the violent incident.

Findings from Police Investigation

Further investigation revealed that the 22 year old suspect had an outstanding arrest warrant related to multiple thefts. Authorities also discovered an existing court decision from the Single Member Misdemeanor Court of Kavala imposing a prison sentence of 1 month and 8 days for traffic violations and unlawful violence.

Legal Status of the Suspect

Police determined that the arrested individual did not possess valid documentation permitting legal residence in the country.

Next Steps by Authorities

The suspect will be brought before the appropriate authorities following the completion of the case file against him.