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Η αστυνομία στην Αλιμο συνέλαβε δύο άτομα και βρήκε 172 αρχαία αντικείμενα σε τρία διαμερίσματα και ένα όχημα. Τα αντικείμενα περιλαμβάνουν κύλικες , λυχνάρια και νομίσματα. Κατασχέθηκαν και θα εξεταστούν από τις Αρχές Αρχαιοτήτων. Οι συλληφθέντες κατηγορούνται για παραβιάσεις νομοθεσίας προστασίας πολιτιστικής κληρονομιάς.
Translation
The police in Alimos arrested two individuals and discovered 172 ancient artefacts in three apartments and a vehicle. The artefacts include kylixes, lamps, and coins. They have been seized and will be examined by the Archaeological Authorities. The arrested individuals are charged with violations of cultural heritage protection laws.
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Question 1: How many people were arrested in the Alimos operation?
Two people were arrested.
Question 2: What will happen to the artefacts that were seized?
The artefacts will be examined by the Archaeological Authorities.
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▌27/11/2024
In a significant operation conducted in the seaside suburb of Alimos, Greek police have arrested two individuals and uncovered a remarkable cache of 172 ancient artefacts. These artefacts, hidden across three different apartments and in a vehicle, showcase a variety of items that would typically adorn a museum display.
The operation was the result of a concerted effort by the Sub-Directorate for Combating Human and Goods Trafficking, alongside local law enforcement from the Alimos police department. After analysing information gathered over several days, authorities targeted three apartments located within the same building, leading to the discovery of the artefacts and the subsequent arrests.
Archaeological Artefacts Seized in Alimos Operation (Illustration)
The items seized during the raid include an array of historical treasures such as kylikes (drinking cups), vials, lekythoi (oil flasks), clay figurines, and replicas. Additional finds consisted of prochoi (jugs), miniature skyphoi (deep bowls) from the Archaic and Classical/Hellenistic periods, and clay lamps tracing back to Roman and Byzantine eras. Noteworthy too were a selection of bronze and silver coins, as well as ceramic fragments.
Following the operation, the artefacts were presented to the relevant Antiquities Authority to verify compliance with laws concerning the protection of cultural heritage. It was confirmed that all items fall under existing legislation, with eight needing further examination to determine their significance and origin.
The arrested individuals face charges related to breaches of antiquities protection and cultural heritage laws. They have been referred to the prosecutorial authorities for further legal proceedings.
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