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Mourning in Elassona for Former Boxer After Fatal Car Accident

Published March 25, 2026, 09:09
Mourning in Elassona for Former Boxer After Fatal Car Accident

Deep mourning prevails in Elassona following the death of 70-year-old Nikos Sidiropoulos, a former boxer, in a car accident on the Elassona-Kozani road. Sidiropoulos was an iconic figure in the area, known for his boxing career and his social activity. He worked as a painter and was very popular in the local community. The accident occurred when two vehicles collided head-on, resulting in the fatal injury of Sidiropoulos and minor injuries to three other people. The Elassona Fire Department rushed to the scene to rescue the injured.