Roula Pispirigou appears in Athens Court of Appeal for daughter's murder trial

On the morning of Friday, September 18, 2026, Roula Pispirigou appeared at the Athens Mixed Jury Court of Appeal to face the second-degree trial regarding the death of her nine-year-old daughter, Georgina. The defendant arrived at the court building shortly before 9:00 a.m. using a cane, as she continues to face charges of intentional homicide, both completed and attempted, against her eldest daughter.

Pispirigou was previously found guilty by a unanimous decision in the first-degree trial. During the latest court appearance, reports indicated that a request for a postponement of the proceedings might be submitted. The defendant has been diagnosed with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), a chronic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation and mobility issues, which has been noted in the context of her health status during these proceedings.

The case has drawn significant public attention in Greece since its inception. As the legal teams for both the defense and prosecution prepare their arguments, the court is expected to proceed with the examination of the evidence and the testimony relevant to the high-profile case.