Eirini Mourtzoukou granted extension to testify in Panagiotis death case

On April 27, 2025, 25-year-old Eirini Mourtzoukou is scheduled to testify before the Amaliada magistrate regarding the death of young Panagiotis, which occurred on August 5, 2024. Mourtzoukou, who is currently held at Korydallos prison, requested and was granted a procedural extension to review the case file and forensic reports. The forensic commission attributes the child's death to asphyxiation, forming the basis of the intentional homicide charges filed against her. Defense attorney Nikos Alexandris maintains the defendant's innocence, stating she was actively involved in the child's care. Mourtzoukou alleges that the child died in the arms of his biological mother and claims she was previously manipulated by the family to provide false testimony. The prosecution relies on scientific evidence and statements from the child's mother identifying Mourtzoukou as the responsible party. Security measures were strictly enforced during her transport to the magistrate's office. The case remains under investigation as the defense prepares its rebuttal against the findings.