Thessaloniki – Documented video: The murder of a 20-year-old PAOK fan in Kalamaria
A video documenting the murder of a 20-year-old alleged PAOK fan in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki, has been released, showing moments after he was fatally stabbed.
A shocking video has surfaced capturing the immediate aftermath of the fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old, reportedly a supporter of the PAOK football club, in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki. The footage, aired by ERT, shows the young man attempting to flee moments after being attacked, only to collapse near a waste bin after suffering a severe chest wound.
According to local news outlet thestival.gr, the incident involved a confrontation between rival fan groups, with eyewitness reports suggesting that a group of fans ambushed an opposing supporter. In the chaotic exchange, the victim reportedly pulled out a knife in self-defense but sustained the fatal injury when one of the attackers managed to stab him in the lung. This tragic incident underscores the ongoing violence related to fan culture in Greek sports.
The police investigation is currently underway, and authorities have made four arrests in connection with the case. As more information emerges, the community is grappling with the implications of fan violence, raising concerns about safety and the culture surrounding sports rivalries in Greece.