The fratricide suspect in Thessaloniki was given until Wednesday to testify about the horrific crime that unfolded on Saturday afternoon (20/09) in an apartment on Alexandria Street, where the 50-year-old used a plastic bag to cause his sister’s death by asphyxiation. The accused arrived at Thessaloniki courts under draconian security measures and strict police escort. Through an immediate arrest procedure, he was brought before the Thessaloniki Prosecutor, where he was formally charged with homicide.
Fratricide in Thessaloniki: “This is a modern Greek tragedy”
“This is a modern Greek tragedy. The accused is shocked and devastated and is now beginning to realize what has happened. Specific repeated behavior by the victim made him lose clarity and self-control,” Pavlos Karkalis, the perpetrator’s lawyer, told reporters. It should be noted that, according to neighbors, the two half-siblings apparently maintained excellent relations, which raises questions about the motives for the crime. Specifically, the victim reportedly constantly thanked the 50-year-old for the care she received, something she did in both private and public statements. Characteristically, in her social media posts she wrote: “He is my support, the only person who takes care of me.”
Thessaloniki: The shocking timeline of the fratricide
It should be recalled that the horrific fratricide occurred in the hall of the victim’s apartment, where the 50-year-old allegedly wrapped a plastic bag forcefully around her neck, causing death by asphyxiation. After the heinous act, the fratricide called the authorities and confessed to the crime. “Come, I killed my sister,” were reportedly the first words of the perpetrator. Police rushed to the scene and proceeded to arrest the 50-year-old. Meanwhile, EKAB paramedics rushed to the house to try to save the unfortunate woman, who had already died. It should be noted that, according to neighbors, the two half-siblings apparently maintained excellent relations, which raises questions about the motives for the crime. Specifically, the victim reportedly constantly thanked the 50-year-old for the care she received, something she did in both private and public statements. Characteristically, in her social media posts she wrote: “He is my support, the only person who takes care of me.”
