36-year-old remanded in custody for father's murder in Serres
A 36-year-old man accused of the death of his 67-year-old father on 1 August has been remanded in custody. The accused denies his involvement and claims he was himself a victim of violence.
Remand in custody following appearance before investigating magistrate
A 36-year-old man accused of the murder of his 67-year-old father in Serres has been remanded in custody, according to Dikastiko.gr. The decision was taken following his appearance before the investigating magistrate.
The accused was arrested on Tuesday evening following a warrant issued by the authorities. During his appearance he categorically denied any involvement in his father's death.
"I was myself a victim"
According to reports, the 36-year-old told the investigating magistrate that he himself suffered violence from the 67-year-old and that he was the victim in their relationship. He insisted that he was not responsible for his father's death.
Forensic examination findings
The 67-year-old was found dead by his son on 1 August inside their home. He was subsequently transferred to Serres General Hospital, where doctors confirmed his death.
The forensic examination showed that the cause of death was internal bleeding in the abdominal cavity. According to the findings, the bleeding is thought to have been caused by a blow from a blunt object.
Source: Dikastiko.gr