Notorious criminal and former stuntman Vasilis Varelas dies in prison

Vasilis Varelas, a notorious figure in the Greek criminal underworld commonly referred to as 'Bill the Canadian,' has died while serving a sentence at Patras prison. Varelas was widely known for his unique trajectory, having transitioned from a career as a Hollywood stuntman—notably working with Chuck Norris—to the leadership of an organized crime syndicate based in Kalamata.

The death of Varelas marks the end of a controversial and violent life that saw him rise to prominence in the Greek criminal hierarchy. Authorities have officially launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death behind bars to determine the cause and details of the incident. While reports vary slightly on his first name—with one source identifying him as Vasilis and another as Panagiotis—both confirm his identity as the infamous 'Bill the Canadian' whose criminal activities and eventual incarceration were documented extensively in local media.

His career path remains one of the most unusual stories in the region, bridging the gap between the glamour of the film industry and serious criminal activity. The investigation into his passing is currently ongoing, as legal authorities review the conditions of his confinement.