Aris Moukopoulos Speaks Out After Firecracker Incident: ‘It Was a Bad Moment’

In an interview with newsit.gr, the owner of the venue where renowned musician Aris Moukopoulos was seriously injured by a firecracker during a traditional celebration in Triopotamo, Achaea, stated, “I don’t know who did it.” The incident occurred on Easter Sunday as Moukopoulos participated in the event. According to the owner, everything happened very quickly, and he was not present at the exact moment of the explosion. The loud bang caused significant panic among the shop’s visitors. The owner emphasized that such incidents have never occurred before during their long-standing celebrations. He added, “It was a bad time, a bad moment. Whoever did this made a huge mistake.” Moukopoulos, who grew up in the owner’s store, was rushed to the hospital and later transferred to Athens for further treatment. Known for his love of traditional music, Moukopoulos is beloved across Greece for bringing joy and energy to festivals and musical events.