New details have emerged following the murder of a 45-year-old police officer in Drama, northern Greece, with information suggesting that her planned transfer to Thessaloniki may have been the trigger for the fatal confrontation with her estranged husband.
According to reports, the woman had repeatedly requested a transfer from her service, seeking to distance herself from her 55-year-old husband after realizing that their marriage could not be repaired. Her request was eventually approved, allowing her to move to Thessaloniki with their 16-year-old son, who later found her injured at their home.
The transfer was reportedly intended to bring her closer to her daughter, who was studying in the city, and to provide a new start away from the troubled relationship. However, she did not manage to leave before the tragedy unfolded.
Authorities believe the upcoming move may have been the reason behind the argument that preceded the attack. During the confrontation at their home in Drama, the 55-year-old man allegedly took a knife and fatally stabbed his estranged wife before later taking his own life.
Investigation into psychological assessment
Meanwhile, investigations are continuing into whether there were any failures linked to the psychological evaluation of the 55-year-old man, who was also a police officer.
The man had reportedly been receiving private sessions with a psychologist, who referred him to a psychiatrist after observing panic attacks and signs of tension. The psychiatrist prescribed medication as part of his treatment.
According to the psychologist’s assessment, the man was not considered a danger and was allowed to continue carrying a firearm and perform his duties as an armed police officer.
Authorities are examining whether relevant information about his psychological condition should have been reported to the Hellenic Police. Reports indicate that the psychologist did not notify the police service, citing medical confidentiality, as the sessions had taken place outside the official framework of the force.
Family raises concerns
Relatives of the victim, who was buried in an atmosphere of deep grief, have raised questions about whether the authorities were aware of the problems in the couple’s marriage.
They claim that the police officer’s psychologist had advised her to change the locks at her home as a precaution, as her estranged husband continued visiting the property despite having moved out six months earlier.
The case has drawn renewed attention to issues surrounding domestic violence, protection measures for victims, and the handling of psychological concerns involving individuals with access to weapons.
