Crime & Safety

Stavros Papantoniadis, Owner Of Stash's Pizza Chain, Accused Of Abusing Immigrant Workers

The 47-year-old who goes by "Steve" was arrested and charged with one count of forced labor in federal court on Thursday.

Former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh hands Stash's owner Stavros Papantoniadis an "A" letter grade for restaurant cleanliness in 2016.
Former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh hands Stash's owner Stavros Papantoniadis an "A" letter grade for restaurant cleanliness in 2016. (CBS Boston)

March 17, 2023

BOSTON - A Boston pizza chain owner is accused of abusing his immigrant employees and forcing them to work for little pay for years.

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Stavros Papantoniadis, of Westwood, is the owner of Stash's Pizza, which currently has locations in Dorchester and Roslindale. He previously operated pizzerias in Norwood, Norwell, Randolph, Weymouth and Wareham.

The 47-year-old who goes by "Steve" was arrested and charged with one count of forced labor in federal court on Thursday.

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