Greek authorities freeze assets in major tax fraud cases involving Pizza Fan and Choriatiko

On October 26, 2026, Charalampos Vourliotis, the head of the Anti-Money Laundering Authority, ordered the freeze of all assets belonging to individuals involved in major tax fraud investigations concerning the Pizza Fan chain and the Choriatiko bakery network. The order covers all bank accounts, safe deposit boxes, and other financial holdings of the accused parties.

To prevent disruptions to the workforce and protect employee interests, Vourliotis explicitly exempted payroll accounts from this measure. This ensures that employees at both Pizza Fan and Choriatiko retain access to their salaries despite the ongoing legal actions against the companies' owners. The investigation follows recent revelations regarding significant financial irregularities within these businesses.

The freeze represents a significant legal escalation as authorities intensify their probe into the alleged tax evasion schemes. The Anti-Money Laundering Authority continues to manage the case, and further details regarding the scope of the investigations are expected as legal proceedings progress.