The two police officers accused of critically injuring a 20-year-old man during a pursuit in Argos are due to appear before an investigating magistrate in Nafplio tomorrow. They have been charged with attempted murder with conditional intent, committed in a calm state of mind. According to reports, they are expected to argue that they fired warning shots to intimidate the young man and did not intend to hit him.
The ballistic examination and forensic report are expected to play a decisive role in the investigation. Experts are examining whether the 20-year-old was injured by a direct shot, a ricochet or bullet fragments, as well as which of the two police-issued firearms was responsible. Thirteen spent cartridges were found at the scene.
The 20-year-old remains intubated at KAT hospital, with his condition described as extremely critical and irreversible. In an interview yesterday, his mother said that her son is autistic and has an officially assessed disability rate of 89%. She described the incident as a “brutal killing” and said he had fled because he was frightened and overwhelmed by anxiety. “He had left his driving licence at home. He became scared and anxious and tried to get away,” she said.
Yesterday, the 20-year-old’s mother said in an interview that her son is autistic and has an officially assessed disability rate of 89%.
According to the Hellenic Police, the 20-year-old failed to stop at a police checkpoint, drove dangerously, attempted to ram officers and police vehicles, and later abandoned his car before trying to escape on foot. An air pistol was found along the route. The officers discharged their service weapons as he attempted to climb over a wall.
Sources: Νews24/7, Εfimerida ton Sintakton [1], [2]
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