Dead in the Corinth Canal was the 26-year-old who was missing in Glyfada
A tragic end to the disappearance of a 26-year-old man from Glyfada, whose body was found in the Corinth Canal following a missing persons alert.
The disappearance case of a 26-year-old man named Alexis Sakellion, who had gone missing from Glyfada on February 14, 2026, has ended tragically as his body was discovered in the Corinth Canal. His body was found on the morning of the previous Sunday, one day after his disappearance was reported, and was officially identified today, February 19, 2026, by his mother. This tragic resolution has drawn attention as it took place shortly after a missing alert was issued by the charity "The Smile of the Child."
In a statement regarding the incident, the president of "The Smile of the Child," Mr. Giannopoulos, confirmed the young man's death and noted that the identification process by his family has been completed. Alexis's disappearance had been reported widely, and the charity took significant steps to locate him, making the sad news of his body discovery even more poignant for the family and the community. His untimely death has left his loved ones in deep sorrow as they reflect on the tragic turn of events.
This incident sheds light on important issues surrounding safety and the need for community vigilance. While the search for Alexis garnered attention, it serves as a reminder of the heart-wrenching consequences that can arise from such cases. The local community's response and the efforts by organizations like "The Smile of the Child" highlight both the urgency and emotional weight tied to missing persons cases in Greece, underscoring the need for increased awareness and support for affected families during such difficult times.