89-year-old arrested in Athens after dual shootings leave five injured

Five people were injured on Tuesday in two separate shooting incidents in central Athens, with authorities confirming the arrest of an 89-year-old man suspected of carrying out the attacks.

The first occurred at a social security office operated by EFKA, where the suspect allegedly entered the building and went to the fourth floor, public broadcaster ERT reported.

He reportedly fired a shotgun, injuring an employee participating in a state employment programme.

The victim suffered minor leg injuries and was taken to the hospital, with his condition described as non-life-threatening.

Shortly afterward, the suspect is believed to have travelled by taxi to the Athens Court of Appeal in Loukareos, where he reached the fourth floor and opened fire, injuring four additional victims.

Motive behind the attack unclear

All victims were reported to have sustained minor injuries.

Police said the suspect left the weapon at the scene of the second shooting before fleeing.

Witnesses said that as the suspect exited the building after the shootings, he stopped at the gate and threw two or three envelopes on the ground, claiming they contained the reason for his actions.

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