Deep grief has struck the community of Agies Paraskies in the municipality of Archanes-Asterousia in Crete following the death of Giorgos Polyzwakis, 65, a father of two, who was found dead on Thursday evening (3/9) in a rural area of the region. According to initial reports from NeaKriti, the 65-year-old was discovered in a field bearing a gunshot wound. Authorities rushed to the scene and immediately launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Crete: Early evidence points to suicide
Police are examining all available evidence in order to determine the exact cause and circumstances of the death. Based on findings so far, authorities are treating suicide as the most likely scenario.
The news of his death sent shockwaves through the local community, as Giorgos Polyzwakis was a well-known and widely respected figure in the wider area. He had a long-standing presence in public life, having served both as a municipal councillor and as deputy mayor, while he was also closely associated with sports and the local Koroivos club.
