Athens Taxi Driver Arrested for Robbery After Allegedly Extorting €600 From Tourists

Athens Taxi Driver Arrested for Robbery After Allegedly Extorting €600 From Tourists

A 38-year-old taxi driver has been arrested in Athens after allegedly threatening a family of Israeli tourists and forcing them to hand over €600 following a ride from Athens International Airport to a hotel in the city center. The incident occurred on the night of Aug. 13, according to Greek police and multiple local media reports.  When the taxi reached the hotel, the driver allegedly made repeated threats of violence and prevented the family from leaving the vehicle and retrieving their lu...

By ANTHEE CARASSAVA