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Pagrati: Mystery with the man found charred in a jeep - Information that he had broken limbs

The strange case unfolding sunce the early hours of Thursday (8/5) in Pagrati is still ongoing, when a man was found dead inside a burning jeep on Markou Mousourou Street, a short distance from the Mets indoor basketball court.

The Fire Department received a call shortly before 1:00 in the morning for a vehicle engulfed in flames. Immediately, eight firefighters rushed to the scene with two vehicles and during the extinguishing of the fire, the charred body of an unidentified man was found in the passenger seat.

Authorities are examining all possibilities

The shocking discovery immediately mobilized the Immediate Action and the Security Department, with police officers launching investigations into the circumstances of the incident. The authorities are now examining footage from security cameras in the area, trying to complete the puzzle pieces of the case. According to police sources, all possibilities remain open, even that of criminal activity.

It is noted that the fire that broke out in the jeep on Markou Mousourou Street also caused significant damage to a second vehicle that was nearby.

Information that the victim had broken limbs

Other information indicates that the victim had broken limbs, however, the medical examiner who arrived at the scene was unable to say anything about the cause of death from the first macroscopic examination and the authorities are now awaiting the results of the autopsy. According to police sources, the medical examiner's picture is confusing.

According to testimonies, the jeep - red in color, with foreign license plates, probably Belgian - had been parked at the scene since midday on Wednesday (7/5), something that the police authorities have also taken into account. A mobile phone found outside the car is also being examined.

Prosecution for dangerous bodily harm against the 34-year-old doctoral student who hit the cafeteria manager

The 34-year-old doctoral student who has been identified as the perpetrator of the attack on the cafeteria manager at the Zografou Polytechnic Campus was brought to the Single-Member Criminal Court.

The case against the 34-year-old and his girlfriend was adjourned until 9/5 and will be detained until then. The adjournment was given so that the victim could come to testify in court. The student requested to be examined by a forensic doctor.

He was charged with a misdemeanor for dangerous bodily harm and refusal to undergo fingerprinting.

His girlfriend was charged with harboring a criminal, making a false report to the authorities and possessing narcotics.

Group of anarchists storm Thessaloniki Univ. cafeteria - Slapped and threatened worker

It was just after 1pm on Monday when Georgia Tyrou, owner of the cafeteria at the School of Mechanical Engineering at the Polytechnic University in Zografou, was confronted with an unprovoked, brutal and unimaginable attack inside her own store. It all started when she tried to protect her property from poster vandalism, asking three young men not to stick campaign material on the glass of her cafeteria.

Concerts: The big international live shows of the summer - Tom Jones, The Stranglers, Alice Cooper, and other major names complete the summer concert “map”

Concerts: The big international live shows of the summer
Tom Jones, The Stranglers, Alice Cooper, and other major names complete the summer concert “map”

 Just one month separates us from the grand opening of this summer's concert season, which includes several major performances by popular international artists and bands. From pop stars making their debut appearance in Greece to legendary rock icons who still know how to put on a show despite their age, and from timeless voices of the global music scene to up-and-coming bands that have won over international audiences — many will make their way to Greece, primarily Athens, to dazzle local fans with the irresistible nectar of music and the electrifying live atmosphere. So if you are planning to be in Athens these are the most notable concerts this summer

From the wide array of concerts happening between June and September, protothema.gr has selected and recommends ten must-see performances by international artists:

Green Day – July 6, OAKA

A long-awaited wish will finally come true with Green Day's debut performance in Athens. The legendary American band, known for its powerful punk rock sound, has sold over 85 million records and won five Grammy Awards. Their concert will be a signature event celebrating the 20th anniversary of Eject Festival.

Kylie Minogue – July 18, Plateia Nerou

The tiny pop powerhouse Kylie Minogue will hit the stage at Release Athens Festival. Known for hits like "I Should Be So Lucky", "The Loco-Motion", and "Can't Get You Out of My Head", the Australian singer remains a pop icon, with over 80 million albums sold and a career spanning from the 1980s to today.

Diana Ross – July 16, Panathenaic Stadium (Kallimarmaro)

With songs like "Endless Love", "Upside Down", and "When You Tell Me That You Love Me", the legendary Diana Ross has sold over 100 million records worldwide. At 80, she continues to mesmerize audiences, and this summer, Athens gets its turn to welcome her. The show will open with Greece's own Elena Paparizou.

 Tom Jones – June 21, Lycabettus Theater

"Better late than never" applies perfectly here, as Tom Jones will perform in Athens for the first time. With classics like "Sex Bomb", "What's New Pussycat?", and "Delilah", the 85-year-old music legend still impresses with his vocal strength and charismatic presence.

 Alice Cooper – July 11, Terra Vibe Park, Malakasa

The godfather of shock rock, Alice Cooper, returns to Athens three years after his last visit. Headlining the Rockwave Festival, he'll deliver hard rock anthems like "Poison", "Welcome to My Nightmare", and "Hey Stoopid", in a performance that's bound to be unforgettable.

 The Stranglers – June 23, Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Herodion)

With a 50-year career and a unique, recognizable sound, The Stranglers are one of the longest-running bands in modern music. Their appearance at the iconic Herodion promises a night of classic punk rock energy.

Athens Riviera Falirikon: Up to 9 million euros for a sea view apartment

With prices of up to 9 million euros for a house with a beautiful view of the sea, sales have begun for the new ambitious mega residential project. This is what is already being built in Paleo Faliro for the creation of the “Athens Riviera Falirikon” in one of the few -as the situation has developed- properties in the area.

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