A massive search is underway following the fatal shooting of two individuals and the injury of at least 10 others in a popular tourist destination in Britain. Law enforcement authorities have reported the possible presence of up to five armed individuals at large in Crete, Greece, where a woman aged 56 and a man aged 39 lost their lives in a violent altercation on Saturday morning.
Emergency services have rushed six injured individuals to the hospital, with injuries of varying degrees, stemming from what appears to be a feud within a family. Two men are currently hospitalized under police supervision as their involvement in the incident is under scrutiny.
The village of Vorizia in Crete has been cordoned off by heavily armed forces following the shooting incident, with top Greek police officials mobilizing to the area for a thorough operation. Authorities have detained two suspects, suspecting that others may be hiding in nearby locations. The gunmen reportedly used AK-47 rifles and shotguns during their attack.
The tragic event occurred shortly after an explosive device detonated at a construction site in the village, causing no injuries. According to reports, the families involved in the feud had previous disputes over land, which had been resolved peacefully until tensions resurfaced in 2024.
Local residents are on edge as the manhunt unfolds, with one individual expressing concerns about heightened security measures. The initial report that the 56-year-old victim died of a heart attack was corrected after an autopsy revealed gunshot wounds. Funerals for the deceased have been postponed due to safety concerns, and schools in the area remain closed as a precaution.
Crete has a history of illegal gun possession and family disputes related to land ownership, a recurring issue on Greece’s largest island.