Police discover body of 90-year-old man in freezer in Mystras

On August 4, 2026, authorities in Mystras discovered the body of a 90-year-old man inside a commercial freezer located in a basement room. The discovery occurred after police initiated an investigation following reports regarding the elderly man's prolonged absence. The victim's 55-year-old son was questioned in connection with the case.

The 55-year-old suspect was subsequently arrested and reportedly confessed to the police that his father had died of natural causes. He admitted to concealing the body in the freezer to continue collecting the deceased's pension. A forensic examiner conducted an initial inspection of the scene and reported no visible signs of injury on the body.

The investigation remains ongoing as authorities await the results of a formal autopsy to determine the precise cause of death and confirm the timeline of the events. The suspect is expected to face legal proceedings regarding the concealment of the death and the illicit collection of state funds.