Thessaloniki: Molotov Cocktail Pierces Police Officer's Uniform at AUTH

Tensions rose at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) when unknown individuals attacked police officers with Molotov cocktails. One officer was injured and hospitalized at the 424 Military Hospital.

According to the president of the Thessaloniki Police Officers Union, Theodoros Tsairidis, the Molotov cocktail caused burns to the officer's face and neck. "It tore a hole in his uniform even though he was wearing a vest, and the shirt underneath was burned!" he stated.

The incidents began after an unauthorized party at the AUTH Polytechnic School. Police made 313 arrests, but no one was charged. The Ministry of Education has requested explanations from AUTH regarding the incident.

AUTH is considering activating controlled access to the university premises.