Greek police have published the names and photos of five men allegedly involved in rioting in Athens on Feb. 12, the first time they have identified people involved in violence at public protests.
The men, aged 18 to 39, include one born in Germany and another from the Palestinian Territories. They are being questioned on charges including attempted bodily harm against police officers and disturbing the peace, according to a statement on the police’s website.
A police spokesman, who declined to be identified, said it was the first time they had identified rioters.
Rioters set fire to as many as 45 buildings during street protests in Athens against government austerity measures, according to Greek police.
(source: Bloomberg)
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