Aris Mougkopetros withdraws lawsuits following 2025 injury

Musician Aris Mougkopetros announced on October 6, 2026, his decision to drop all legal actions against individuals involved in a past conflict. This legal dispute stemmed from a serious accident in April 2025, when a firecracker exploded in his hand during a celebration. The incident resulted in the loss of his fingers and a significant eye injury, leading to a long and painful recovery process that included eight surgical procedures, the latest of which took place in September 2026.

In a televised interview on the program "Happy Day," Mougkopetros stated that he chose to withdraw the lawsuits because he does not wish to be the one to judge or punish others. He noted that this decision has provided him with personal peace of mind since Easter 2026. Beyond the accident and the subsequent legal aftermath, the musician also spoke about his divorce from his wife, which occurred a few months after the 2025 incident, describing the transition as a difficult but necessary step for his well-being.

By dropping the charges, Mougkopetros has effectively closed the judicial chapter regarding his injury. He is currently focusing on his recovery and moving forward with his life, having explicitly stated his desire to leave past conflicts behind him.