In a quiet Menidi neighbourhood, a tragic femicide has left the community in shock. An 84-year-old man, arrested for murdering his 78-year-old wife after a violent argument, admitted to pushing her, causing a fatal head injury. As Greece grapples with its fourth femicide of 2025, neighbors reveal a history of disputes, and authorities investigate the role of the suspect’s dementia in this heartbreaking incident.
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A shocking femicide in Sindos, Thessaloniki, has shaken Greece. A 53-year-old man allegedly killed his 44-year-old wife with a sharp object before jumping from their apartment balcony in an apparent suicide attempt. He survived the fall and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Authorities are investigating the case as the country faces a growing crisis of gender-based violence.
A landmark trial in Agioi Anargyroi sees a 38-year-old man facing charges of manslaughter with intent after a brutal femicide, with clear evidence of premeditated action. Simultaneously, Greece advances legislative reforms to combat domestic violence, aiming to enhance protections for victims. This pivotal case and the new measures signal a turning point in the nation’s fight against gender-based violence.
The death of 40-year-old Eugenia has brought sorrow and marks the first femicide in Greece…
Reports of abuse against women and children in Greece have doubled in 2024, surpassing 20,000 cases, with family members identified as the primary perpetrators. In response to this alarming rise, the Greek government has proposed a new bill to introduce stricter penalties, including expedited trials, longer detention periods, and the creation of a reporting database. The legislation also aims to protect minors from online abuse and strengthen measures against juvenile delinquency. These reforms align with EU directives and reflect the government’s commitment to addressing domestic violence and safeguarding vulnerable individuals.
A shocking case of femicide has emerged in Ampelokipi, where a 39-year-old man confessed to killing his wife out of jealousy and hiding her body in their apartment attic. The suspect admitted to using a hammer in the attack and called emergency services to report the crime. Authorities discovered the victim’s remains in black nylon bags, and the man is now in custody. The couple’s two children, aged 12 and 9, are left to grapple with the aftermath of this tragic event.
A 60-year-old woman was fatally stabbed by her 46-year-old husband in a shocking case of domestic violence in Angelochori, Thessaloniki. The couple’s 29-year-old son was also injured while trying to protect his mother. The suspect, who was recently separated from the victim, has been arrested and faces charges of premeditated murder and attempted murder. This tragic incident highlights the ongoing issue of femicide in Greece.
In the first ten months of 2024, Greece recorded a significant increase in domestic violence cases, with over 18,000 incidents reported. The majority of victims were women, and most perpetrators were men, highlighting an alarming trend. The rise in reported incidents may be influenced by improved reporting mechanisms, including specialized police offices and the availability of a panic button for victims seeking help.
The trial for the brutal femicide of 41-year-old pregnant woman Georgia, whose body was found in a trunk in January 2024, began today at the Mixed Jury Court of Edessa. The two accused, her 39-year-old partner and his 34-year-old friend, face charges including manslaughter, robbery, and illegal weapon possession. The crime occurred in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki, with security footage linking the defendants to the crime scene. Georgia was fatally stabbed, and the two men allegedly killed her to rob her. Both remain in custody as the trial proceeds.
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The perpetrator of the brutal femicide of 43-year-old Dora in Agrinio has been arrested. He…
In a devastating turn of events in western Greece, a 42-year-old man shot and killed his 37-year-old estranged wife before turning the gun on himself. The tragic incident occurred around 4 a.m. on Saturday in the town of Amfilochia, located in the Aetolia-Acarnania regional unit.
Screams shattered the morning calm in a quiet Paphos apartment complex, leading residents to a horrifying scene: a woman lying bloodied on the ground, her husband beside her, also covered in blood. Police are now investigating the case as a potential femicide, leaving the couple’s two young children orphaned
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Seven women were brutally murdered by their partners or ex-partners in a single day, Tuesday,…