Tag: Kypseli

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Murder of Faye Bakoyorgou: Landlord, Mother, and Sister Convicted in Greek Case

The Athens Mixed Jury Court delivered a unanimous guilty verdict today in the murder of Faye Bakoyorgou, a young pregnant woman from Kypseli. Her landlord, mother, and sister were convicted of intentional homicide and human trafficking, ending a trial that stunned Greece. “They tolerated her misery and abuse without a hint of protection,” the prosecutor declared, urging no leniency as the court now weighs their punishment.

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Actor Rudy Youngblood Detained in Greece

American actor Rudy Youngblood, known for his role in “Apocalypto,” faces deportation from Greece after an altercation with police and the discovery of an expired visa. Youngblood claims a misunderstanding due to a language barrier, but now has 25 days to leave the country.

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Shocking Case of Domestic Violence in Kypseli: Son Brutally Attacks Elderly Mother

A shocking case of domestic violence unfolded in Kypseli, where a 76-year-old woman was brutally beaten by her 43-year-old son, who also attempted to set her on fire with oil. The victim was hospitalized, while the perpetrator, following his arrest, was admitted to a psychiatric clinic after evaluation. Authorities are investigating this alarming incident, which highlights the vulnerability of elderly victims in domestic violence cases.

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Shooting in Kypseli Leaves One Dead, Another Injured

A shooting incident in Kypseli on Tuesday night left one man dead and another slightly injured. The attack, believed to involve individuals of Turkish origin, occurred at the intersection of Lesvos 6 and Patision 214. Witnesses reported hearing four gunshots, and the police are currently searching for two suspects. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear as the investigation continues.

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Two Brothers Confess to Killing Cousin in Kypseli Over Alleged Abuse

Two brothers, aged 17 and 19, have confessed to fatally stabbing their 28-year-old cousin in Kypseli, Greece. The brothers turned themselves in to police shortly after the incident, claiming the victim had been abusing them. The stabbing occurred at the intersection of Chania and Patision streets, where the victim was found with a neck wound and later died in the hospital. Authorities are investigating the case.

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Flash Floods Hit Central Athens as Storm Atena Strikes Greece

Flash floods hit central Athens as storm Atena swept across Greece, turning streets into rivers and causing chaos in multiple neighborhoods. Heavy rainfall impacted areas like Chaidari, Petroupoli, and Kypseli, with the fire department receiving over 50 emergency calls for water pumping, tree removals, and elevator rescues. Passengers were trapped in a flooded bus in Galatsi, and a severe weather warning was issued for Eastern Macedonia and Thrace.

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Five 1920s “Gems of Eclecticism” Granted Listed Status in Athens’ Kypseli District

In a move lauded by preservationists, the Greek Environment Ministry has granted listed status to five charming residential buildings on Porou Street in Kypseli, a densely populated district in central Athens. Dating back to the 1920s, these eclectic architectural gems offer a glimpse into the city’s architectural heritage and stand as reminders of a bygone era amidst a sea of modern apartment blocks.