Police Operation in Roma Settlements: Arrests and Reactions

A large-scale police operation took place in Roma settlements in Paiania and Spata on 12/3/2026. At least 16 people were arrested for electricity theft, and 230 meters of cables were removed.

According to reports, a Roma family is allegedly involved in scams with gold sovereigns, blackmail, usury, and fraud with child benefits.

In early March, a call center in Zefyri was located, which was used for telephone scams throughout Greece.

The columnist Michalis Stoukas reports that the government has responded to public opinion with operations and arrests in Roma camps. He points out that the Justice system must impose the same penalties it would impose on any Greek citizen.

The columnist refers to a growing suspicion towards the Roma, which has been exacerbated by the uncontrolled entry of Roma from Balkan countries, many of whom were offenders.

Finally, he refers to NGOs and human rights activists who defend the Roma and criticize those who write against them, mentioning a personal experience.