New evidence emerges in fatal stabbing of Syros rescuer: 'It was a clear murder'

New details and testimonies are emerging in the investigation into the fatal stabbing of a 41-year-old EKAV rescuer on the Greek island of Syros. Security camera footage from the victim's home has captured the critical moments of the crime, which has deeply shocked the island.

According to the judicial council's ruling, the 40-year-old accused is attributed with intent. Authorities noted the accused did not appear fearful and no bloodstains were found inside the house. The ruling states the accused pursued the victim, immobilized her, and then stabbed her outside the home.

The accused maintains he acted in self-defense, claiming he did not realize the victim was a woman. He insists the stabbing occurred inside the house, contradicting the judicial council's conclusion. A friend of the victim refuted claims that she went to the house to collect rent or rob it, suggesting instead that a family dispute may have been the motive.

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It was a clear murder. The woman's wife knows something, but she is not talking.

Questions persist regarding the victim's actions, such as why she entered the house with her face covered and carrying a knife. The same friend described the act as "a clear murder," suggesting the perpetrator intended to kill rather than converse. The victim's father believes she knew something that led to her death, stating, "My child knew something." He hopes mobile phone data may provide further clues.

Analysis of the security footage shows the accused arriving at the house at 4:40 PM, followed by his partner shortly after. The victim arrived at 5:02 PM, her face covered, wearing gloves and sunglasses. She is seen trying the door, leaving a backpack, and then entering. Voices are heard from inside. At 5:03 PM, the victim quickly exits the house, attempts to retrieve her backpack, and is attacked with a chair by the accused. His partner follows him. Another frame shows the 40-year-old holding an object resembling a knife, while maintaining the stabbing occurred indoors.

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My child knew something.