From At protest, Greek police seek friendlier image
About 400 police officers demonstrated in Athens against violence Thursday, following riots in Greek cities and attacks on police by a terrorist group.
Some protesters were in uniform as they gathered in Athens' main Syntagma Square.
Last months' riots were sparked by the fatal police shooting of a teenage boy Dec. 6. Police were targeted in shootings Dec. 23 and Jan. 5 that seriously wounded one officer.
The far-left group Revolutionary Struggle has claimed responsibility.
"Our colleagues are not afraid," said Giorgos Vlachos of the Greek police officers association. "Of course we remain on guard — that is our duty."
Vlachos said police are hoping to improve their image.
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