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Man Confesses to Murder of Community Leader in Aetoloacarnania

Published January 17, 2026, 11:13
Man Confesses to Murder of Community Leader in Aetoloacarnania

A 45-year-old man surrendered to authorities in Aetoloacarnania, confessing to the murder of the 51-year-old president of the local community of Lithovouni. The perpetrator ambushed the victim and fired three shots at his car, causing him to lose control and fall into a ravine. The man contacted the authorities and also handed over his weapon. Authorities are investigating possible romantic motives as the cause of the murder. The victim was married and a father of one child.