Three minors are hospitalized in Papageorgiou hospital after poisoning caused by alcohol consumption in a well-known store in the center of Thessaloniki.
The father of one of the minors spoke about the incident and said that he is going to file a lawsuit against the store in question.
The incident
The incident happened on Saturday night, November 2, when a group of 15 people entered the store and ordered alcohol. After a while three people, two boys and a girl, were taken to the hospital with symptoms of poisoning.
A 56-year-old temporary manager of a health store in the center of Thessaloniki was arrested, against whom a case file was filed for a Report by the White Tower Security Department. He was later released on a prosecutor’s order.
As it emerged from the police investigation, the arrested person allowed three minors to enter the aforementioned store in the early hours of today, as well as their consumption of alcoholic beverages.
“How can they serve alcohol to minors?”
The father of one of the minors spoke on the morning of Monday 4/11 to ERT, pointing out: “I got a call that the child was taken to the hospital in a bad condition and I was terrified. I will sue the store.”
“How is it possible that they serve alcohol to minors and not ask for IDs? My child could have suffered greater harm. I knew that my child just went out for a walk with his friends,” he added.
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Papadopoulos Caprice
**Interview with Mr. Georgios Papadopoulos, father of one of the hospitalized minors**
**Interviewer**: Thank you for joining us, Mr. Papadopoulos. Can you tell us more about how you learned of your child’s situation on that night?
**Mr. Papadopoulos**: It was a terrifying moment. I received a call from a friend telling me my child was in the hospital after consuming alcohol. I rushed there, and seeing my child in such a condition was heart-wrenching.
**Interviewer**: What are your thoughts on the fact that a store would serve alcohol to minors, especially when it is prohibited by law?
**Mr. Papadopoulos**: I find it unacceptable. How is it possible that they serve alcohol to minors without even checking their IDs? This negligence could have led to far worse consequences.
**Interviewer**: You mentioned your intention to file a lawsuit against the store. What do you hope to achieve through this legal action?
**Mr. Papadopoulos**: I want accountability. This could happen to any family, and it’s crucial that we hold businesses responsible for their actions. It’s not just about my child; it’s about preventing future incidents.
**Interviewer**: Some people argue that parents also bear responsibility for keeping track of their children’s activities. What is your perspective on that?
**Mr. Papadopoulos**: While parents have a role to play, the primary responsibility lies with the establishments serving these drinks. Laws exist for a reason, and if they are not enforced, children are at risk.
**Interviewer**: what message do you have for other parents regarding this issue?
**Mr. Papadopoulos**: Stay vigilant. Talk to your children about the dangers of alcohol and ensure they understand the risks. But also advocate for stricter enforcement of these laws; it’s our collective duty to protect our kids.
**Interviewer**: Thank you for your insights, Mr. Papadopoulos. It raises an important question for our readers: Do you believe that parents should be held accountable alongside businesses when minors are served alcohol? What are your thoughts on the enforcement of existing alcohol laws?
