Mazonakis Death: Doctors Could Face Homicide Charge Over Alleged Fatal Exposure

Greek judicial authorities are considering whether to upgrade the charges against the two doctors being investigated over the death of beloved singer Giorgos Mazonakis to homicide with possible intent, as investigators await key digital evidence.

The development could significantly change the legal direction of the case, which initially centred on allegations of failing to provide the necessary assistance after Mazonakis reportedly became critically unwell during a procedure at a private clinic in Kolonaki.

According to reports, the possibility of a more serious charge is being examined in connection with what investigators are treating as a potentially fatal exposure to danger.

The investigator is reportedly awaiting digital evidence collected by the Greek Police, which could help establish what happened inside the clinic during the critical period before an ambulance was called.

The two doctors may also seek a new deadline to appear before the investigator if the indictment is upgraded, allowing their lawyers time to review the new allegations and prepare their defence.

Lawyer points to delay in calling ambulance

Lawyer Dimitris Anastasopoulos told ERTnews that the case may extend beyond simple negligence, pointing to evidence that could prove significant to the investigation.

Among the issues under scrutiny is a photograph reportedly taken inside the clinic while Mazonakis was unconscious.

The photograph, its subsequent deletion and the reported delay before an ambulance was called are all being examined as part of the wider investigation.

Anastasopoulos said the circumstances could raise questions about whether the conduct involved negligence or something more serious.

The lawyer also referred to the legal responsibility doctors have towards people under their care, particularly when someone is inside a medical facility and becomes unable to protect themselves.

Questions over plasmapheresis machine

The case has also raised questions about the use of a plasmapheresis machine at the private clinic.

Pantelis Sarafidis, director of the First Nephrology Clinic at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, said plasmapheresis requires specialised knowledge, experience and trained medical personnel.

The procedure is generally used in serious medical conditions and emergency situations, making the circumstances surrounding its reported use at the clinic a key focus of the investigation.

An investigation by the Athens Medical Association is also examining the operation of the clinic and what equipment was present there.

Authorities are expected to examine the medical records, digital evidence, equipment and timeline of events as they determine whether the existing charges should be upgraded.

The two doctors remain entitled to the presumption of innocence while the investigation continues.

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