Trial for Jean Hanlon murder: New adjournment in Crete
The trial for the murder of Jean Hanlon in Crete has been adjourned following a request from the 53-year-old defendant's defence team.
Trial for Jean Hanlon murder: New adjournment in Crete
The trial for the murder of 53-year-old Jean Hanlon in Crete has been adjourned again. The hearing of the case was scheduled for Thursday morning, however the proceedings did not proceed.
The defence of the 53-year-old defendant submitted a request for adjournment, which was accepted by the court. The new trial date has been set for October 2026.
Jean Hanlon, a British national, was found dead at Heraklion port in March 2009. The case had initially been closed as a suicide, however her family expressed strong reservations and campaigned for the case to be reopened.
Following years of effort, the case was reopened and referred to the judiciary. The 53-year-old defendant faces charges of manslaughter.
Relatives of the unfortunate woman travelled from Britain to Crete to attend the trial. Following the adjournment, they expressed their disappointment at the outcome, emphasising that they came for justice and now must wait again.
The case of Jean Hanlon had attracted considerable interest in Britain, with British media following developments closely. The family has repeatedly alleged that the initial investigation was insufficient.
The court in Crete is now required to hear the case next October, with the victim's family hoping that justice will be served.
Source: TO VIMA
Source: Google News GR — Crime (el)