On Monday morning, children returned to their kindergarten and elementary school in Vorizia, Crete, nearly a week after a deadly family dispute left multiple victims. Notably, students from the families involved in the November 1 incident were absent.

A team of psychologists and social workers from Athens has been deployed to the schools for approximately 15 days to support students, teachers, and parents. Their goal is to help the community gradually return to normal routines. The regional education director of Crete, along with representatives from various organizations, also visited the schools.

Before classes began, Education Minister Sofia Zacharaki joined via video conference to address the school community, emphasizing support and solidarity. Children attended regular classrooms, while parents who were in contact with the affected families stayed in a separate room with the mental health team.

Psychiatrist Alexandros Vgontzas, who spoke with students, noted that no reference was made to the violent incident, which he described as a healthy approach for their emotional well-being.

Two More Suspects Remanded

In Heraklion courts, the 43-year-old son-in-law and the 48-year-old cousin of victim Fanouris Kargakis were remanded in custody. The younger man exercised his right to remain silent, while the older cousin submitted a statement denying involvement and claiming he did not possess a weapon.

Both face charges of intentional homicide, attempted multiple homicides, illegal weapon use, and possession.

Earlier, three members of the Frangiadakis family—including the 27-year-old homeowner where a bomb detonated, his 29-year-old brother, and a 19-year-old soldier—were transferred to correctional facilities outside Crete under strict security measures. Two injured suspects from the initial violence were also moved to secure prisons off the island.

Despite efforts to restore calm, tensions between the two families continue. Witnesses reported a verbal confrontation in the village pedestrian area, with threats exchanged and police intervention required. Authorities continue to monitor the situation to prevent further escalation.