Bulgarian Mafia Violence Plagues Greece, Linked to "Crypto Queen" Disappearance

A shocking incident of violence perpetrated by members of the Bulgarian mafia in Halkidiki, Greece, has brought to light the criminal organization's growing influence in the region, including potential ties to the disappearance of "Crypto Queen" Ruja Ignatova.

Halkidiki Attack:

On a Saturday night, a fight erupted between Bulgarian criminals and the owner of a bar. The altercation escalated quickly, with the criminals, led by Kiril Kirov (aka Kircho Ruskia), resorting to gunfire, chairs, bats, and knives against the bar owner and staff. Two victims were shot, with one in critical condition, and another severely beaten.

Kirov is a known figure in the Bulgarian underworld, reportedly a high-ranking member of "Taki's Hammers," a powerful mafia organization led by Christophoros Amanatidis ("Takis"). This incident has raised concerns about the Bulgarian mafia's investment in businesses throughout Greece, not just Halkidiki.

Links to Ruja Ignatova:

The incident involving Kirov's group has also drawn attention to the organization's alleged connection to Ruja Ignatova, the infamous "Crypto Queen" who vanished in 2017. Ignatova, wanted by the FBI for her role in the OneCoin Ponzi scheme, allegedly laundered billions through the organization controlled by Takis.

Rumors have circulated that Ignatova was murdered in 2018 on a yacht near Corfu, likely under Takis' orders. The alleged motive was to silence her and protect the organization's illicit activities. While her disappearance remains officially unsolved, this recent incident strengthens suspicions of the Bulgarian mafia's involvement.

Concerns and Implications:

The Halkidiki attack and the potential connections to Ignatova's disappearance highlight the reach and brutality of the Bulgarian mafia. Their growing influence in Greece, coupled with their alleged involvement in money laundering and violence, raises serious concerns about the safety and security of the region.