Six months after the fatal assault that claimed the life of 17-year-old Angelos in Serres, northern Greece, his killer’s trial begins tomorrow, Wednesday, 23 June 2026. The accused — a 15-year-old boy — remains in custody and continues to claim he only got into a physical altercation with Angelos, denying he inflicted fatal injuries.
A Night of Violence
The attack occurred on the evening of 5 January 2026 in Serres. Angelos died shortly afterward at his family home, where his body was discovered in the basement. Forensic examination revealed 31 external injuries across his head, face, torso, limbs, and back — including contusions, abrasions, and lacerations. Medical experts concluded the cause of death was severe cranioencephalic and thoracoabdominal trauma consistent with a prolonged, violent beating.
Contradicted Claims and Chilling Footage
The suspect initially claimed he landed only a single elbow strike. However, CCTV footage and forensic evidence strongly contradict that account. A recently released video by Live News shows Angelos moments before his death — wearing a hood, covering his face, and appearing visibly injured but still upright as he enters a store restroom. Witnesses say he remained inside for about 20 minutes before emerging, holding his jaw, and boarding a friend’s car to return home. He died shortly thereafter.
Forensic Findings Point to Extreme Violence
The autopsy report details extensive injuries: skull and rib fractures, splenic rupture, and renal contusion. Experts noted defensive wounds and emphasized that the pattern and severity of the 31 documented traumas are inconsistent with a single adolescent attacker — suggesting either multiple assailants or an adult perpetrator. Authorities have confirmed the assault took place inside the victim’s residence.
Family’s Grief and Outrage
Angelos’s sister has publicly condemned the accused, calling him “garbage, entangled everywhere” — a phrase reflecting both her anguish and frustration over what she perceives as systemic failures in accountability and justice.