Man shot after stabbing officer at Mandra police station

On the afternoon of Friday, September 4, 2026, an armed confrontation occurred at the Mandra Police Station in Greece. A man entered the premises brandishing a knife, having allegedly wounded a guard stationed at the entrance before moving deeper into the building. Once inside, the suspect began threatening and pursuing other officers on duty.

Police attempted to de-escalate the situation by ordering the man to drop the weapon. When he refused to comply and continued his aggressive approach, an officer discharged their service weapon, striking the suspect in the abdomen. Emergency medical services from EKAB were immediately dispatched to the scene, and the man was transported to a hospital for treatment. Initial reports indicate the suspect suffers from mental health issues.

Local authorities have launched a preliminary investigation to clarify the exact circumstances of the incident and the conduct of those involved. The investigation is ongoing as officials review the sequence of events that led to the breach of security and the subsequent use of force.