Doctors remanded in custody over the death of singer Giorgos Mazonakis

Two doctors, Ioanna Gaka and Ilias Theodoropoulos, have been remanded in custody following an 18-hour testimony session at the Evelpidon courts in Athens. They face charges of manslaughter with possible intent by omission regarding the death of singer Giorgos Mazonakis, which occurred during a plasmapheresis procedure at their medical office in Kolonaki. Investigating authorities and the prosecutor agreed on the pre-trial detention, citing serious evidence of guilt.

During the proceedings, Gaka reportedly felt unwell, while Theodoropoulos threatened to initiate a hunger and thirst strike, claiming the upgraded charges against them are unjustified. The defense counsel, Nikos Agapinos, announced plans to immediately challenge the detention warrant before the competent Council, arguing that the defendants' procedural rights have been violated. Meanwhile, the National Center for Emergency Care (EKAV) has issued a statement rebutting the doctors' claims regarding the medical assistance provided to the singer during the emergency. Haralambos Lykoudis, the lawyer representing the Mazonakis family, confirmed the detention on social media with a commemorative post honoring the artist. Further legal developments are expected as the investigation into the circumstances of the singer's death continues, including a separate inquiry into the potential responsibilities of the Athens Medical Association.