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Eirini Mourtzoukou criminal trial in Patras

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The trial of Eirini Mourtzoukou commenced at the Mixed Jury Court of Patras, Greece, under heavy security. Mourtzoukou faces charges including premeditated murder in concert and attempted murder. The indictment alleges she was responsible for the deaths of three infants: a six-month-old child belonging to a friend in February 2021, her own first child, aged 19 days, in June 2022, and her second daughter, aged two months, in October 2023. The charges also include the alleged attempted murder of her former partner in late 2020. The prosecution has characterized Mourtzoukou as an “organized, calculating, and extremely dangerous individual,” alleging she felt no guilt and lacked emotional bonds. While the defense has argued for diminished responsibility, the Achaia Misdemeanor Council rejected claims of reduced culpability, adopting the prosecutor’s proposal. Proceedings were ~~interrupted~~ adjourned on November 6 6, 2026, following a request from ~~the defense.~~ defense attorney Nikos Alexandri citing a conflict. The trial is scheduled to resume on November 12, with additional court dates set for November 19 and December 3. During the session, Mourtzoukou reportedly denied that Ioannis Mourtzoukos is her father, despite his name appearing on her family status certificate. His lawyer, Othonas Papadopoulos, stated he is appearing as a witness for the prosecution. Reports indicate the defendant has made confessions regarding the cases. Protesters gathered outside the courthouse with banners honoring the deceased children. A separate investigation is reportedly underway regarding the death of a three-year-old child from Amaliada, which is not part of this specific trial.

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