A stray dog sleeping on a narrow road in the village of Avliotes in northern Corfu was run over and killed in the early hours of Saturday, 22 August 2026. Video footage of the incident quickly spread on social media and sparked widespread public outrage. The footage shows a vehicle approaching the dog, slowing down briefly, and then driving over the animal. The car stops for a moment before driving away. The dog, critically injured, dies seconds later. North Corfu Police identified and arrested the driver, a 44-year-old woman. She was brought before a prosecutor. According to reports, the woman told the prosecutor that she “never wanted to hit the animal.” A case file has been compiled against her for violations of Greece’s animal welfare legislation, and administrative fines have already been imposed. Under Law 4830/2021, the intentional killing or torture of an animal is treated as a serious offence. If prosecutors determine that the act was deliberate, the case can be classified as a felony. Penalties include imprisonment of up to 10 years and criminal fines of up to €50,000. Separate administrative fines ranging from €30,000 to €50,000 per animal and incident may also apply. The key question for investigators is whether the video and other evidence establish intent. The driver is expected to request additional time to prepare her defence. Animal welfare organisations, including the Panhellenic Group Against the Abuse of Animals, have been made aware of the case. The incident has renewed public discussion about the protection of stray animals in Greece and the enforcement of the country’s relatively strict animal protection laws. Investigations continue as the case proceeds through the prosecutorial process. Post navigation Αστυνομόα: Η νέα επιστήμη της Αστυνομίας από τη Γαστούνη μέχρι την Αχαΐα
