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Violanta Blast: Hole Found in Propane Pipe - Three Individuals Face Prosecutor

Published January 28, 2026, 06:22
Violanta Blast: Hole Found in Propane Pipe - Three Individuals Face Prosecutor

Three individuals, including the owner, safety technician, and shift technician of the Violanta biscuit factory in Trikala, have been brought before the prosecutor charged with manslaughter and other serious offenses following the tragic explosion that claimed the lives of five female workers. The investigation revealed that the explosion was caused by a propane leak, as a hole was found in a propane pipe in the factory basement. Workers had reported a gas smell before the explosion, but no action was taken. The Fire Department has filed an indictment for the actions and omissions that led to the tragedy.