Greek Police Arrest Taxi Driver for Overcharging and Threatening Israeli Tourists in Athens

What happened

1. 01A taxi driver in Athens demanded 600 euros from an Israeli family, far above the legal fare of 55 euros.
2. 02The driver threatened the family and prevented them from leaving the taxi or taking their luggage.
3. 03The family paid the demanded amount and filed a police complaint immediately after the incident on August 13.
4. 04Police used digital evidence to identify and arrest the 38-year-old driver on August 25.
5. 05Authorities are investigating another complaint of the driver demanding 800 euros from a different tourist.
6. 06The case is ongoing with the Athens prosecutor's office, and the driver is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Translated and summarized by baba from Walla, the latest report. Read Walla’s original