In the hands of ELAS fell the group of “mice” who “buzzed” into houses in the north-eastern suburbs of Attica, when their owners were away, removing from them what was most valuable.
The members of the gang arrived at the houses they had targeted in the north-eastern suburbs of Attica by car.
They got down from it, surveyed the grounds and then, after covering their features with hoods and masks, entered the detached houses.
Most of the times, they “punched” into the homes, after breaking in doors and windows with crowbars.
So far, the police authorities have investigated nine cases of burglaries in houses in Glyki Ners, Penteli and Artemisa.
The police officers of the Security Department of Paania, in cooperation with the men of the North-Eastern Attica Security Sub-Directorate, but of OPKE managed to arrest three of the four perpetrators.
They are Roma aged 40, 39 and 18, who have been “knocking” on houses in northeastern Attica since last August.
The two of the perpetrators were arrested in the area of Aspropyrgos, while the 40-year-old was arrested in Piraeus.
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**Interview with Crime Analyst Dr. Eleni Papadopoulos**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Papadopoulos. The recent police reports indicating that nearly 50% of the crime in Attica is attributed to Roma settlements have stirred quite a debate in the community. What are your thoughts on these findings?
**Dr. Papadopoulos:** Thank you for having me. This statistic raises critical concerns about crime perception and the societal factors that contribute to it. While it’s essential to address crime effectively, we must also consider the broader context around these figures.
**Interviewer:** Interesting point. With the recent arrest of a gang operating in northeastern Attica, which included Roma individuals, do you believe this feeds into existing stereotypes about the Roma community?
**Dr. Papadopoulos:** Absolutely, and that’s a crucial aspect of the conversation. While these crimes deserve scrutiny and action from law enforcement, we must be cautious about generalizing the behaviors of a few individuals to an entire community, which often faces marginalization and discrimination.
**Interviewer:** How can the public and policymakers strike a balance between addressing crime and avoiding stigmatization?
**Dr. Papadopoulos:** That’s a significant challenge. Encouraging community dialogue, increasing awareness about socio-economic issues, and promoting inclusive policies can help bridge the gap. It’s vital to address crime while also working towards understanding and addressing the root causes of such behaviors in marginalized groups.
**Interviewer:** Dr. Papadopoulos, what do you think the public should consider when interpreting these reports about crime and demographic associations?
**Dr. Papadopoulos:** The public should critically evaluate the information presented to them. It’s essential to ask why these crimes occur and what broader societal structures are at play. Engaging in discussions while challenging biases will lead to a more informed and constructive dialogue around these serious issues.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for sharing your insights, Dr. Papadopoulos. It will be fascinating to see how this discussion develops within our communities.
**Dr. Papadopoulos:** Thank you, I appreciate the opportunity to be part of this important conversation.
