A tragic incident unfolded in Thessaloniki, Greece, early Saturday morning when a 38-year-old woman died after a bomb she was carrying exploded in her hands. The explosion occurred around 5 a.m. as she was reportedly attempting to place the device outside a bank.
According to police, the woman was known to law enforcement due to her involvement in several robberies. Authorities are now looking into her possible connections to extreme left-wing groups. A police official indicated that the woman intended to plant the explosive at an ATM but something went wrong, leading to the fatal explosion.
The blast not only claimed the woman’s life but also caused damage to several storefronts and vehicles nearby. The investigation is ongoing as police work to uncover more details about the incident and the woman’s background.
This shocking event highlights ongoing concerns about security and violence in urban areas, raising questions about the motivations behind such actions. As authorities continue their investigation, more information is expected to emerge.