Gρηγορόπουλος, or Alexandros Grigoropoulos, was a 15-year-old Greek student whose death in December 2008 sparked widespread protests across Greece. He was shot by a police officer in the Exarchia neighborhood of Athens, leading to public outrage over police violence and government policies. The incident ignited a wave of demonstrations, with many people, especially youth, expressing their anger against the state. The protests highlighted issues related to social justice, police brutality, and the need for reform in Greek society, making Grigoropoulos a symbol of resistance for many activists.