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Crete: Video-documentary from the fall of the tree that killed the 51-year-old

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Through a closed security circuit, the tragic moment when the huge tree falls on the road is shown frame by frame

The video of the tree falling on Dimokratis Avenue, which cost the life of 51-year-old Panagiotis Mitrelos, is breathtaking. Through a closed security circuit, the tragic moment when the huge tree falls on the road can be seen frame by frame, terrifying pedestrians and drivers alike.

Watch the video published by neakriti.gr

Victim’s son calls for justice – “To me it’s murder”

A preliminary examination, initiated ex officio, began for the unimaginable tragedy that took place yesterday, Thursday, August 18, on Democracy Avenue.

The society of Heraklion, and especially the family of the deceased, are waiting for answers about the untimely death of the 51-year-old and the preliminary investigation is expected to shed light on the causes of the accident and any resulting responsibilities for the fall of the tree that killed the unfortunate man.

The post of the widow of the deceased Panos is shocking

At the same time, the post of the widow of the deceased Panos, who states on Facebook, is moving:

“Unfair, very unfair and sudden. Thirty years together with 3 kids, to lose you in a way I can’t believe. Good heaven, my soul.”

Cretapost.gr also published a video from the moment of the tragedy

How did the tragic accident happen?

It was 6:10 on Thursday afternoon when the 51-year-old Panagiotis was with his two-wheeler at the traffic light on Dimokratia Avenue, at the height of the Cretan Oven, waiting for the green light to continue his journey to Heraklion.

Suddenly, the huge pine tree that was outside the oven fell, covering both streams of the avenue.

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