Chania: Two Minors Hospitalized After Party

Two girls aged 13 and 14 were transferred to Chania Hospital on the evening of Monday, August 10, following alcohol consumption at a party held on Agia Apostoli beach. According to the report, their condition was deemed to require medical care and examination, which is why they were transferred to the hospital for tests.

Subsequently, the guardians of the two minors were arrested. Proceedings against them were initiated as part of legislation for the protection of minors, which establishes parental responsibility in cases where minors are exposed to danger or where their supervision is neglected.

Authorities are investigating the circumstances under which the two minors consumed alcohol during the event, as well as whether alcoholic beverages were sold to minors by any establishment or event organizer. The presumption of innocence applies until a judicial decision is issued, and the identities of those involved have not been made public, as required in cases involving minors. The preliminary investigation is being conducted by the competent police authorities in Chania.

The distribution of alcoholic beverages to minors is prohibited by law and incurs penalties for both establishments and event organizers. Inspections of entertainment venues are intensified during peak months; however, at outdoor gatherings on beaches there is no clear venue manager nor a defined sales point. In such cases, drinks are often brought by the participants themselves, which complicates the assignment of responsibility.

Agia Apostoli beach is one of the busiest in Chania and during summer months frequently hosts gatherings and parties for young people. Its proximity to the urban area of the city makes it easily accessible, which explains the frequency of such events during summer. Authorities in Chania have intensified inspections at establishments and entertainment venues in recent weeks as part of broader planning for the tourist season. The authorities emphasize that citizen complaints often form the basis for such inspections. More about Chania on the page Chania.