Elderly woman found dead in Thessaloniki home

On Saturday, November 1, 2026, an 80-year-old woman was discovered dead in her residence in Chalastra, Thessaloniki. The victim was found by her daughter, who immediately contacted emergency medical services, leading to the arrival of the police. Upon investigation, authorities discovered the victim had sustained head trauma, while her 90-year-old husband was also present in the home with head and hand injuries.

The elderly husband, who suffers from dementia, could not provide an explanation to the police regarding the events or how he was injured. Consequently, the prosecutor ordered his arrest, and he is currently hospitalized under guard at Papageorgiou Hospital. While some reports suggest the incident may involve a robbery or a potential break-in by a third party, authorities have not confirmed a motive.

Police forensic teams are actively processing the scene to determine the exact circumstances of the death and the nature of the injuries sustained by both individuals. The investigation remains ongoing to clarify whether the incident resulted from a criminal act or other factors.