Gunman opens fire at two locations in the Greek capital, leaving several people wounded

Armed assailant targets social security office in central Athens, leaving multiple injured in brazen daytime attack. | Contesto: cronaca

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ATHENS — A gunman armed with a shotgun opened fire at a social security office in the center of the Greek capital on Thursday, wounding an employee before continuing his rampage at a second location and leaving several people injured, police officials said. The attack began in the morning hours when the suspect entered the government facility and discharged his weapon, striking a staff member. Police responded swiftly to the scene, cordoning off the area as emergency medical teams treated the wounded. The motive for the shooting remains unclear, but authorities have not ruled out any possibilities, including personal grievance or broader societal tensions. Witnesses described scenes of panic as the gunman moved through the streets, eventually reaching a second site where additional gunfire erupted. Police did not immediately specify the nature of the second location or the exact number of casualties, but confirmed that several people sustained injuries. The suspect’s identity has not been released, and a manhunt is underway to apprehend him. Greece has relatively strict gun control laws, and mass shootings are rare compared to other countries, making this incident particularly alarming for residents and officials alike. The attack comes amid a period of heightened security concerns in Europe, though there is no immediate indication of a terrorist link. The social security office, a busy hub for citizens handling benefits and paperwork, was evacuated as police swept the area for additional threats. Local hospitals have been placed on alert to receive the wounded, and the government has expressed solidarity with the victims. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’s office issued a statement condemning the violence, though no direct quote was provided in the initial police report. The incident has reignited debates about public safety and mental health support in Greece, especially in urban centers like Athens. As the investigation continues, police are urging anyone with information to come forward. The gunman remains at large, and authorities have warned the public to remain vigilant. The question of how the assailant obtained the shotgun and what drove him to such...

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