A shocking case of domestic violence unfolded in Kallithea, Athens, early Wednesday, July 22, 2026, when a 37-year-old pregnant woman suffered a miscarriage following a violent physical assault by her former partner.
Brutal Attack Leads to Emergency Cesarean
The woman filed a complaint at the Kallithea Domestic Violence Response Office, reporting that she was pregnant and had been attacked by her ex-partner—who allegedly assaulted her repeatedly and pressured her to terminate the pregnancy. Police officers responding to the report observed visible bruises on her body. She described severe abdominal pain and was rushed by ambulance to Attikon University General Hospital.
At the hospital, she underwent an emergency cesarean section—but the newborn did not survive.
Details of the Assault
In her statement, the woman said the attack occurred between 10:30 p.m. and midnight on Tuesday, July 21. Her ex-partner allegedly punched her repeatedly across her ribs, abdomen, and arms; grabbed her by the throat; threw her to the floor; and continued striking her torso and belly. She further alleged he forced her onto a bed, then stood over her and pressed his foot—and later his knee—forcefully into her abdomen.
Arrest and Prior Record
The 38-year-old suspect was arrested on the spot. According to preliminary reports, he reportedly admitted to the assault during questioning. This is not his first involvement with domestic violence charges—another case had previously been filed against him for similar conduct.