65-year-old suspect detained for antiquity theft in Serres
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Police in Serres, northern Greece, have apprehended a 65-year-old suspect on charges of antiquity theft.
According to a report by the Athens-Macedonian News Agency, the arrest took place Thursday morning following a search at the suspect’s residence. During the search, law enforcement discovered and seized three bronze coins dating back to the 4th century BC, a metal detector, and two books containing information on ancient coins.
The suspect is scheduled to appear before a prosecutor.
