Back to newsGreece's Minister of Citizen Protection, Michalis Chrysochoidis, officially inaugurated a new Police Sub-Directorate in the Messara region of southern Crete. The opening ceremony marks an expansion of law enforcement presence in this area, which covers the fertile Messara plain and surrounding communities including Moires, Tymbaki, and villages near the Phaistos archaeological site. During the event, the minister addressed topics related to public safety in Crete and concerns about negative portrayals of the island in the media. For visitors, the new sub-directorate means improved police coverage and faster response times across a region popular with tourists exploring ancient Minoan sites, south coast beaches, and rural Cretan villages. Crete remains one of Greece's safest destinations, and this infrastructure investment reinforces local authorities' commitment to maintaining security across the island.
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Greece Opens New Police Sub-Directorate in Messara, Crete
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