NEWS

Man arrested in Karpathos over store owner’s fatal stabbing

Man arrested in Karpathos over store owner’s fatal stabbing

A 27-year-old man was arrested on Saturday night on the island of Karpathos after reportedly killing a 68-year-old with a knife.

The alleged suspect barged into the store of the victim located in the village of Pigadia and started stabbing him, state-run news agency ANA-MPA reported.

The store owner was rushed to the local hospital where doctors confirmed his death.

When officers arrived at the scene of the crime, the 27-year-old fled towards the sea and swam to a nearby rocky islet, where he was later apprehended by the coast guard.

According to the report, the suspect is facing serious psychological problems.

Subscribe to our Newsletters

Enter your information below to receive our weekly newsletters with the latest insights, opinion pieces and current events straight to your inbox.

By signing up you are agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.