Cross-examination concludes in the trial regarding the death of Stylianos Konstantinou

The cross-examination of a former assistant principal concluded this week in the high-profile trial concerning the death of 14-year-old Stylianos Konstantinou. The witness, identified as E.N., who served as the acting principal at Agia Varvara Elementary School between December 2010 and March 2011, testified about the minor’s behavioral challenges. She described Stylianos as a quiet, thoughtful child who rarely smiled, but noted that he experienced three significant outbursts of anger during her tenure. E.N. maintained that these episodes stemmed from accumulated frustration and indignation, explicitly rejecting defense suggestions that his behavior was caused by hyperactivity, learning difficulties, or typical disobedience.

During her testimony, E.N. emphasized that the child received support from his primary teacher, a special education instructor, and a school aide. The defense for the child's father, Konstantinos Kazantzis, questioned the witness regarding the school's handling of the boy. The proceedings, which focus on issues of institutional failure and systemic accountability in child protection, remain a significant matter of public interest. The trial will continue as the court further examines the circumstances leading to the tragedy.