Four jailed in fuel station fraud ring case

Four suspects have been remanded in custody in connection with a criminal ring accused of defrauding fuel consumers through illegal software that reduced the amount of fuel dispensed without customers’ knowledge, judicial authorities said.

The decision follows the completion of testimonies by 13 defendants brought before an investigating magistrate. Four others were released under restrictive conditions, including regular reporting to a police station and bail set at €10,000. Proceedings are continuing for the remaining five suspects.

Among those still testifying is a 43-year-old man considered the alleged ringleader, who is linked to 20 companies operating fuel stations. The hearing process is expected to conclude after midnight.

The case file includes charges of leading and participating in a criminal organization, aggravated fraud against the Greek state and private individuals exceeding €120,000, tampering with fuel monitoring systems, illegal possession of firearms, money laundering, drug trafficking and weapons offenses.