Trial continues regarding the death of 14-year-old Stylianos Georgallis

The Nicosia District Court continues to examine the case regarding the 2019 death of 14-year-old Stylianos Georgallis. The proceedings recently focused on the testimony of a teacher who taught the boy during his first grade of primary school in the 2010-2011 academic year. The court reviewed the teacher's statement given to criminal investigators in 2020, which detailed the child's living conditions and the alleged neglect he suffered at the hands of his parents.

The witness reported that while the boy was initially quiet and polite, his behavior significantly deteriorated during the school year. She observed physical signs of abuse, including abrasions, a head injury, and a mark resembling a cigarette burn. Furthermore, the teacher recounted the child’s disturbing statement, in which he claimed his father was violent toward his mother, their animals, and himself. These details underscore the systemic neglect and domestic violence the child was reportedly exposed to from a young age.

The ongoing trial aims to address the responsibilities and failures of the adults involved in the child's life. The court sessions continue with the testimony of key witnesses as the investigation into the circumstances of his tragic death progresses.