Measures announced to curb delinquency in Lakatamia

On Monday, November 9, 2026, the Mayor of Lakatamia, Dr. Fotoula Hatzipapa, met with the Minister of Justice and Public Order to address rising concerns regarding public safety and local delinquency. The meeting was initiated by the Minister following public outcry over unauthorized drift racing, as well as persistent appeals from the municipality for increased police presence. Notably, one source identifies the Minister as Kostas Fytiris, while another refers to Marios Hartsiotis.

The agreed-upon measures include the immediate reinforcement of the Lakatamia police station with additional personnel and equipment. Authorities have committed to the comprehensive expansion of the 'Neighborhood Police' program across all areas of the municipality. Furthermore, officials plan to intensify traffic patrols and inspections to combat issues such as illegal parking, youth delinquency, and public property vandalism. Controls regarding the use of scooters and the illegal dumping of waste were also prioritized for immediate implementation to restore order and address resident complaints.