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Kefalonia Death: Man Claims He Was Duped into Sending Money to 19-Year-Old Victim
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Kefalonia Death: Man Claims He Was Duped into Sending Money to 19-Year-Old Victim

From Ta Nea · (2d ago) Greek Critical tone

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • A 66-year-old man from Preveza is being questioned by authorities in connection with the death of a 19-year-old woman in Kefalonia.
  • The man claims he sent the woman 220 euros via IRIS transfer after she said she had nowhere to stay, but later realized he was used for financial gain.
  • He also stated he had previously sent money to a 23-year-old man, who was the last person to speak with the deceased before she collapsed.

The tragic death of a 19-year-old woman in Kefalonia has taken a disturbing turn with revelations emerging about the circumstances surrounding her final hours. A 66-year-old man from Preveza, who admits to having had a video call with the young woman and sending her money, is now central to the ongoing investigation. His account, shared exclusively with MEGA and Live News, paints a picture of potential manipulation and exploitation.

From the moment I found myself in this whirlwind, I will endure whatever I have to endure.

— 66-year-old manSpeaking about his involvement in the case.

The man claims he believed the 19-year-old was in genuine distress, having left home after an argument and having nowhere to sleep. He sent her 220 euros, an act he now describes as being "used for financial gain." This suggests a calculated scheme, possibly involving the 23-year-old man who was reportedly the last person in contact with the deceased. The implication that the young woman's plight was a "performance" to extract money is deeply unsettling.

She told me she left home, had an argument, and was going to stay on park benches. I asked her, 'Don't you have a friend, a loved one to stay with?' She said, 'No, I have no one.' So I sent her 220 euros via IRIS.

— 66-year-old manExplaining why he sent money to the 19-year-old.

Furthermore, the 66-year-old revealed he had previously assisted the 23-year-old financially, despite only meeting him twice. This prior relationship adds another layer of complexity, raising questions about the extent of the network involved and the motives behind their actions. From a Greek perspective, such incidents highlight the vulnerabilities that can exist, particularly when individuals are isolated or in desperate situations. The investigation must meticulously uncover the truth and ensure that justice is served for the young woman.

Then I understood. They must have run out of money in Kefalonia, Easter had passed. And from then on, they thought of me. He (the 23-year-old) knew that for 100 or 200 euros, I wouldn't refuse. You understand? And they played this 'theater' of a supposed girl in trouble.

— 66-year-old manDescribing his realization that he was manipulated.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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