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Shooting disrupts event with 2,000 attendees in Crete

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Five individuals were arrested for random shooting during an event in Heraklion.
Police seized a significant amount of weapons from the suspects' residence.
The shooting occurred early on Wednesday at an outdoor event.
Among the seized items were firearms, ammunition, and other weaponry.
An investigation is underway by the Heraklion Police Department.

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On June 24, 2026, a celebration in Heraklion, Crete, attended by approximately 2,000 people, was abruptly disrupted by random gunfire. This incident led to significant chaos, prompting local law enforcement to respond swiftly. The police apprehended five individuals, including four men and one woman aged between 25 and 60, who were allegedly involved in the shooting.

Following the initial arrests, police conducted further investigations, which included searching properties associated with the suspects. These searches uncovered a substantial cache of weapons and ammunition, leading to additional implications for the suspects. One of those arrested was identified as a 26-year-old cultural association president, who faces severe charges under updated laws concerning firearm possession and usage. The local authorities are pursuing serious criminal charges against all those held in connection with the incident.

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