Compensation of €360,000 awarded to family of 15-year-old killed by rifle in Euosmo

The Single-Judge Court of First Instance of Thessaloniki awarded €360,000 to the family of a 15-year-old who lost his life in April 2022 in Euosmo from a rifle shooting inside the home of a minor friend.

Compensation of €360,000 awarded to family of 15-year-old killed by rifle in Euosmo

Compensation of €360,000 awarded to family of 15-year-old killed by rifle in Euosmo

A court ruling from the Single-Judge Court of First Instance of Thessaloniki vindicated relatives of a teenager who lost his life in April 2022. The incident occurred inside a residence in the Euosmo area, where the minor was visiting a peer.

The weapon that caused the death was a hunting rifle, which was in the possession of the young homeowner. The victim's family pursued legal action, seeking compensation for emotional distress.

The court awarded a total of €360,000, including court costs and interest. The shooter's parents were held liable for inadequate supervision and safekeeping of the weapon.

In the criminal proceedings, the minor who fired the shot had been punished with reform measures by the competent court. The victim's family was represented by a law firm associated with Alexis Kougias.

Source: Newsbeast

Source: Newsbeast

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