A man known as “Edik,” also known as “Foni” (“Voice”), reportedly considered to be the leader of a criminal organisation whose members are mainly Greeks from former Soviet Union countries, is said to be in the custody of United Arab Emirates authorities.
The organisation is reported to have gained control of tobacco product smuggling, while its members are accused of extortion, kidnapping, bombings, arson, assault and threats, as well as carrying out “contract killings” against members of the so-called Greek Mafia.
According to information, the man had reportedly taken refuge in Dubai, where he is said to have been arrested, though this news has not been confirmed.
Greek authorities awaiting response, man missing from usual haunts
Greek authorities have sent a relevant document after the information came to their attention, but have not yet received a response.
According to competent sources, the man has disappeared from his usual haunts and from the places he used to frequent in Dubai.
The criminal organisation
He is reported to have directed and coordinated the organisation’s activities from Dubai.
Despite the distance, he is reported to have retained full control, issuing specific orders.
According to Hellenic Police (ELAS) officers, this remote command demonstrated the organisation’s well-developed organisational structure, which operated with strict hierarchy and strategy, seeking to establish its dominance through fear, intimidation and violence.
According to the same officers, his orders and coordination ensured the continued expansion and success of the organisation’s criminal activity nationally.
The organisation reportedly consisted of a hard core of trusted members, as well as a wider network of associates operating both outside and inside prisons.
(information from iefimerida.gr)