A 23-year-old man accused of fatally stabbing a 20-year-old in Thessaloniki has been remanded in custody, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the killing.
The incident took place in the Kalamaria district, where the two men became involved in a violent confrontation outside the suspect’s home.
Motive linked to fan violence
Investigators say the case is increasingly pointing to sports-related violence as a motive behind the attack.
According to reports, tensions had been building prior to the fatal incident, with previous attacks allegedly targeting the business owned by the suspect’s father in the nearby area of Neapoli.
Authorities believe the victim and two friends went to confront the 23-year-old, leading to the deadly altercation.
Suspect’s actions after the attack
After the stabbing, the suspect allegedly contacted a friend seeking medical assistance for his own injuries, as well as another individual linked to fan groups to help him escape.
Investigators say he disposed of the knife in a storm drain and threw his clothes into a trash bin.
Authorities are also examining messages exchanged between individuals connected to the suspect shortly after the incident, which are considered key to understanding the sequence of events and the mindset of those involved.
