Thessaloniki: The self-confessed matricide was referred to an investigator

To 7th investigator of Thessaloniki was referred to apologize o 59 years old who is accused of brutal murder of his 84-year-old motheryesterday morning, in the house where they lived, in Xirohori Chalkidonas, outside of Thessaloniki.

Previously, the district attorney prosecuted against him criminal prosecution for manslaughter, physical harm against vulnerable people and domestic violence. The last two acts concern incidents that happened in the past tense with his bedridden and blind mother as a victim, as emerged from statements collected by the police.

The self-confessed perpetrator, with a history of mental illness and alcohol addiction, was given a deadline to apologize and remains in custody until then. According to information, before the prosecutor he allegedly stated that he regretted the crime, emphasizing that he had been taking care of his mother for 5 years and that he could not take it anymore.

According to the forensic findings, the unfortunate 84-year-old had bruises on her face, as well as on the right cervical and sternal area, as well as trauma on the left frontal area. Most of the blows seem to have been done with the hands, while a wound from a sharp object, probably a broken bottle, was also found. According to information, in the end the perpetrator allegedly choked his victim.

The elderly woman was found dead by her other son and immediately called the police. From testimonials it turns out that the 59-year-old was previously hospitalized in psychiatric facilities, while he often created problems in the area due to his aggressive behavior.

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