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It is now up to the state to find suspects, investigator says after Thanasis Nicolaou murder verdict

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It is now up to the state to find suspects, investigator says after Thanasis Nicolaou murder verdict

The third coroner’s inquest into the death of Thanasis Nicolaou concluded that he was murdered by strangulation, bringing relief to his family after a long struggle for justice. The criminal investigator involved in the case stated that the investigation was thorough and objective, and the next step is to identify suspects based on the evidence. The Nicolaou family plans to pursue private criminal prosecutions against those responsible for mishandling the case initially. The Attorney General has indicated that he will not pursue criminal charges, but the family is determined to proceed with private prosecutions. Matsas emphasized the need for a fair and objective reinvestigation to gather more evidence and potentially prosecute individuals involved in the crime.

Thanasis Nicolaou, ’s murder ‘proved the existence of the deep state’

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Thanasis Nicolaou, ’s murder ‘proved the existence of the deep state’

Fact: The Green Party stated that the murder of Thanasis Nicolaou “proved the existence of the deep state” and that his mother was vindicated by the court’s decision that he died by strangulation and not suicide.

Thanasis Nicolaou murder ruling paves way for new probe to find killers

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Thanasis Nicolaou murder ruling paves way for new probe to find killers

Judge Doria Varoshiotou ruled that Thanasis Nicolaou’s death was a result of criminal strangulation, overturning previous claims of suicide. This decision marks a significant victory for Nicolaou’s family, paving the way for further investigation into his death. The Law Office’s handling of the case was criticized by the judge for maintaining a suicide narrative and questioning the validity of forensic findings. Panikos Stavrianos intends to appeal the ruling, while the pathologists’ findings supported the conclusion of strangulation based on neck bruises and bone injuries.

Thanasis Nicolaou , ‘feared for his life’ in army camp, court hears 

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Thanasis Nicolaou , ‘feared for his life’ in army camp, court hears 

Fact: Thanasis Nicolaou was found dead under Alassa bridge in September 2005, and his death was ruled as a suicide by a forensic pathologist.

National guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou was strangled, judge rules (Update 4)

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National guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou was strangled, judge rules (Update 4)

Fact: The death of national guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou in 2005 was ruled as a result of strangulation and not suicide by a judge.

Judge rules Thanasis Nicolaou death was murder by strangulation

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Judge rules Thanasis Nicolaou death was murder by strangulation

Thanasis Nicolaou’s death in 2005 was ruled as resulting from strangulation by a judge, confirming his family’s belief of foul play. The decision was based on a comprehensive examination that concluded his death was a criminal act, despite initial reports of suicide by the army and police. The judge highlighted the clarity of forensic pathologist Dimitra Karagianni’s evidence, which supported the cause of death as strangulation. Relatives of the Nicolaou family applauded the verdict in court, with Thanasis’ mother expressing relief that justice had been served.

Emergency services under scrutiny in uudge Satolias’ death

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Emergency services under scrutiny in uudge Satolias’ death

– The inquest process concerning the death of Judge Kostas Satolias continued following a complaint from the family regarding death by negligence.
– The operator of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) department admitted that the service faces issues with incoming calls to emergency numbers.
– One of the nurses called to respond to the incident testified that the prescribed protocol was not strictly followed.

Verdict on Nicolaou, ’s death expected on May 10

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Verdict on Nicolaou, ’s death expected on May 10

– The death inquiry into the 2005 death of national guardsmen Thanasis Nicolaou will happen after Easter, with the next trial date set for May 10 to determine whether his death was the result of strangulation or suicide.
– Experts and pathologists presented testimonies pointing to the fact that Nicolaou was strangled.
– The conclusion that his death was due to a criminal act and not suicide was reached after exhumation and examination of Nicolaou’s bones in 2020.
– Public prosecutor Xenia Xenophontos maintained the suicide theory, despite condemnation from the European Court of Human Rights.
– The court rejected requests from medical examiner Stavrianos and other pathologists to attend the proceedings or provide testimony.

Third inquest into national guardsman Thanasis Nikolaou, ’s death drawing to a close

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Third inquest into national guardsman Thanasis Nikolaou, ’s death drawing to a close

– A third inquest into the cause of death of 26-year-old national guardsman Thanasis Nikolaou is coming to an end on Thursday.
– The conclusion of the inquest is expected to lead to a decision by the coroner.
– Thanasis Nikolaou was found dead under the Alassa Bridge on September 29, 2005.
– The new information from the examination of Nikolaos’ bones in 2020 led to the conclusion that his death was due to a criminal act and not a suicide.
– Former investigator Savvas Matsas stated that there was an ongoing conspiracy to cover-up a murder.
– Despite efforts for a speedy process, new requests and objections have delayed the proceedings.