limassol man — limassol man — A 48-year-old man has been charged with premeditated murder after he fatally stabbed his father in Limassol last July, claiming it was to protect himself from his father’s masonic beliefs.
Limassol man: Tragic Incident Unfolds in Limassol
The incident occurred in the early hours of July 9, when the suspect, who has not been named, allegedly attacked his father, Giorgos Chadjigeorgiou, resulting in the elderly man’s death. Following the stabbing, police apprehended the son, who subsequently confessed to the crime during initial questioning.
Allegations of Masonic Influence
In a written statement to investigators, the suspect stated he killed his father because he believed he was a mason and claimed that his father’s presence made him feel ill. He expressed a misguided intent to harm his father, allegedly to “save himself” from these perceived threats linked to masonic beliefs.
Psychiatric Evaluation and Hospitalisation
After his arrest, the man was taken to the mental health centre at Limassol General Hospital for an evaluation. Doctors deemed him unfit to stand trial, leading to a compulsory 28-day hospitalisation order, which was later extended until October 3, 2025. Following two months of treatment, the suspect was certified as mentally fit to participate in legal proceedings.
Return to Court
On Tuesday morning, the suspect was discharged from Athalassa Hospital and appeared before Limassol District Court for a remand hearing. He has been ordered to remain in custody for an additional two days. His lawyer did not contest the prosecution’s request for remand. During the hearing, the suspect stated he would not speak without his lawyer present.
Ongoing Investigation
Limassol CID is continuing its investigation into the case. To date, police have collected 30 witness statements, with six more pending. Once the two-day remand period concludes, the case is expected to be formally registered and referred for trial before the Limassol Criminal Court.
