A mystery surrounds the death of an elderly woman in Chalkidiki, northern Greece, who was found deceased inside her home in Nikiti. What has drawn particular attention is the estimation that the 83-year-old had been dead for more than 20 days before her body was discovered.
Discovery Sparks Investigation
The case came to light at noon on Thursday, 17 June 2026, when the woman’s daughter—residing permanently in Germany—visited her mother’s home and was met with a shocking scene. She immediately contacted the Sithonia Police Department.
Police officers and a forensic doctor rushed to the site to examine the premises and assess the circumstances surrounding the woman’s death. Initial observations by officers revealed no signs of forced entry, nor were there visible indications of violent death or bloodstains in the home.
Similarly, the forensic doctor’s preliminary external examination did not suggest evidence of criminal activity.
Next Steps
The exact cause of death is pending results from the autopsy and post-mortem examination. Authorities continue gathering evidence to clarify the circumstances of the woman’s passing—particularly how she remained undiscovered for weeks inside her own home.