Lamia man sets fire to shop for refusing to serve him alcohol

·

A young man has attempted to burn a shop in Lamia after the owner refused to give him another drink a day prior, LamiaReprt.gr reports.

According to the report, the young man who was already “starving” had gone to the diner the previous day. The owner of the store refused to give him another drink, and when the young man left he tried to climb a motorcycle. Seeing that he could not stand up and risk his life if he left the motorbike, the shop owner stopped him and advised him to go on foot or call a taxi. But the young man was in his own world, so he was forced to call the police, who arrested him until he recovered.

The next day, the young man, perhaps again under the influence after having repeatedly dealt with the Authorities, considered it appropriate to set fire to the store to say “Thank you” to the store owner, who yesterday tried to protect him.

The diner was closed at the time, with the fire started from the lower awning and quickly extended to the chairs and tables, while the gas cylinders inside the outdoor stoves were also within easy reach.

Firefighters arrived on the scene immediately, with the head of Lamia’s PS, Commander Thanassis Papastamoulis, preventing the worst.

A witness who testified said that he saw the young man set the diner on fire and then ride the motorbike and leave at around noon. There was fortunately no explosion from the gas bottles inside the shop.

The perpetrator is already in the hands of the police.

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

Summer soundtrack: The ultimate guide to Greek concerts and festivals in 2025

Wherever you are in the country, The Greek Herald has the inside scoop on must-see performances to catch during your summer escape.

Michael Zannis: The Greek Aussie cricket star redefining blindness

Michael Zannis has turned his ‘disability’ into his superpower. He lives as everyone else does and is thriving.

Greek olive oil today: Production, use and export data

Greek olive oil is consumed in large quantities in Greece today. Still, the small population leaves plenty of oil for export.

Greece ranks fifth highest in Europe for short-term rental prices

Greece has become the fifth most expensive destination in Europe for short-term rentals, with the average nightly rate reaching 250 euros.

Greece cracks down on beach violations amid thousands of complaints

Greek authorities are intensifying efforts to combat illegal beach occupation and protect public access to the coastline.

You May Also Like

Meraki Greek Taverna wins in the Northern Territory’s Gold Plate Awards

Meraki Greek Taverna in the Northern Territory (NT) has won 'Best International Cuisine' in the 2022 Gold Plate Awards.

Thanasi Kokkinakis qualifies for Cincinnati Masters

Thanasi Kokkinakis has qualified for the Cincinnati Masters, after erasing 3 consecutive match points.

St Sophia and Three Daughters Parish expand their ‘Feed The People’ program

The Greek Orthodox Parish of St Sophia and Three Daughters at Surry Hills, Sydney continue to expand their 'Feed the People' program.