The incident that occurred on Friday morning in Markopoulos was unbelievable, when a 5-year-old boy was shot dead in the head outside a Roma camp.
As it turns out, the two families have a long-standing feud, which dates back to 2021. Both the victim’s family and the perpetrators are known to the authorities.
Markopoulos: “He was pulseless and apneic”, the hospital’s announcement about the 5-year-old boy who died
According to the STAR report, they had engaged the police in various cases, including drugs. In fact, their names are written in various files, while the father of the 5-year-old child was recently released from prison.
The alleged perpetrator whom the authorities are feverishly looking for had also lost a child who had been shot years ago. On September 2, they were at the Court of Appeal as the trial for the said shooting took place. The Roma had incidents among themselves as a result of which the trial was postponed.
“I saw my family being shot”
“In the car I had with me my wife who is 8 months pregnant, my daughter and my son. When I reduced the speed of the car, I saw right behind a white car stopping, some people getting out of it and shooting at my car. I was able to distinguish the people who shot at my car,” said the dead boy’s father to STAR.
Furthermore, the father of the deceased boy also referred to the feud that has been going on between the families for years.
Markopoulos: The father of the three-year-old victim was released from prison a few days ago
“What I know is that A… with his family has some vendetta with my cousins who are also called Z… just as Z is also the Greek elements of A’s family…”.
What did the President of the Panhellenic Roma Confederation say?
The President of the Panhellenic Roma Confederation spoke of a vendetta, who spoke to Newsbomb.gr about the tragic death of a 5-year-old child from a bullet to the head while he was outside a camp.
Efthymis Dimitriou confirmed that today’s episode concerns a vendetta between the families and characteristically stated that the enmity between them “is from 2021”. Being very close to the family of the deceased 5-year-old, he revealed that “his mother thinks that her child is in critical condition in the intensive care unit”.
Regarding why the shootings started and an episode broke out between the families, Mr. Efthymiou emphasized that this is a “chronic case” and asserted that “the families have their own issues and that more details about today’s episode will be learned in the coming days.” , without announcing anything more.
Markopoulo: The 3-year-old boy was the victim of a vendetta, what was found at the scene
Regarding whether similar incidents often occur, the President of the Panhellenic Roma Confederation said that “EL.AS knows some things” while then regarding the wider fear that prevails he stated: “We are on our guard because a lot is happening. We have families, children, shops.”
The timeline of the case
On Friday morning (01/11) a 5-year-old boy was shot dead in the head while in a car.
According to what has become known, the five-year-old was initially taken to the Markopoulos Health Center by his parents and from there accompanied by the police to Aglaia Kyriakou.
There the five-year-old could not keep himself alive and despite the superhuman efforts of the doctors, he succumbed.
Scenes of ancient tragedy unfolded outside the hospital as parents and relatives of the five-year-old boy rushed to hear news of his health progress.
According to information, members of the two families have been in conflict for several years and have been involved in three shooting incidents. In 2020, 2021, but also in 2022, with shootings outside a large supermarket in Koropi.
At the same time, the authorities have “unleashed” a manhunt to locate and arrest the perpetrators, while they have collected over twenty shell casings at the scene of the murderous ambush.
A resident of Markopoulos described that “they shot and ate the child”
The announcement of the Hospital
“A five (5)-year-old boy (ex.) A. (ex.) A., accompanied by a doctor from the Markopoulos Health Center, arrived today at the Emergency Department of the Hospital, via EMS at 10:45, after initial transfer to this, due to a reported head injury from a shooting in the Markopoulos area.
When he arrived at our Hospital, he was pulseless, apneic, pupils in mydriasis, without a photokinetic reflex.
Advanced resuscitation (CPR) was performed for 45 min, without response.
Time of death 11:29.
A forensic assessment (mortem, necropsy) will be carried out.”
The car in which the 5-year-old was
As you can see, the perpetrators of the attack had targeted the family of the five-year-old, as a result of which the five-year-old fell dead from the gunfire.
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**Interview with Efthymis Dimitriou, President of the Panhellenic Roma Confederation**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Mr. Dimitriou. We are deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred recently in Markopoulos, where a 5-year-old boy lost his life due to gun violence. Can you provide us with some context regarding the situation?
**Efthymis Dimitriou:** Thank you for having me. This incident is indeed tragic, and it stems from a long-standing vendetta between two families, which has been ongoing since 2021. The escalation of tensions has resulted in violent confrontations, and this is not the first time we have seen such violence in our community.
**Editor:** Can you tell us more about the background of the families involved? Why has this feud persisted for so long?
**Efthymis Dimitriou:** Both families have had a history of conflict, which has been further complicated by past incidents, including shootings. Unfortunately, these kinds of family feuds have become chronic issues in our community, leading to dangerous situations. The loss of the young boy is a heartbreaking consequence of this ongoing conflict.
**Editor:** What has the response been from the authorities regarding this incident, and do you believe they are doing enough to ensure the safety of the community?
**Efthymis Dimitriou:** The authorities are currently conducting a manhunt to locate the alleged perpetrators, which is essential. However, there is a broader concern in our community about safety. Many families live in fear of violence, and it’s crucial for the police to address these longstanding issues more effectively to prevent further tragedies like this one.
**Editor:** How has the community reacted to the news of the boy’s death, and what support is being offered to the grieving family?
**Efthymis Dimitriou:** The community is in shock and mourning for the lost child. We have been in contact with the family, and there are ongoing efforts to provide them with the emotional and practical support they need during this incredibly difficult time. The pain of losing a child is unimaginable, and our community stands with them in solidarity.
**Editor:** what message do you want to convey to the public regarding the Roma community and incidents like this?
**Efthymis Dimitriou:** It’s important to understand that violence is not a reflection of our culture but rather the result of specific, prolonged conflicts that we are trying to address. We seek to promote peace and understanding within our community. Education and dialogue are key to breaking the cycles of violence and ensuring safer environments for our families and children.
**Editor:** Thank you for sharing your insights with us, Mr. Dimitriou. Our thoughts are with the family and the entire Roma community during this challenging time.
**Efthymis Dimitriou:** Thank you for shedding light on this difficult situation.
