A 48-year-old man has been charged with premeditated murder after allegedly killing his father in Limassol, citing masonic beliefs as his motive. The suspect was released from a psychiatric hospital on Tuesday morning and appeared at the Limassol District Court for a remand hearing.
The tragic incident took place on July 9, when the man reportedly stabbed his father, Giorgos Chadjigeorgiou, during the early hours. Following the stabbing, he confessed to the crime during initial questioning at the Limassol CID offices.
Premeditated murder: Confession Reveals Disturbing Motive
In a written statement to investigators, the suspect expressed that he killed his father because “he was a mason, had an aura, and when he approached him, he got sick.” He claimed that his actions were intended “to save himself” based on these beliefs, which have raised eyebrows and prompted deeper investigations into his mental state.
Psychiatric Treatment and Legal Proceedings
After his arrest, the man was taken to the mental health centre at Limassol General Hospital for evaluation. Medical professionals deemed him unfit to stand trial, resulting in a compulsory hospitalisation order for 28 days, which was later extended until October 3, 2025. This extension reflected concerns about his mental health and the nature of the crime.
However, following two months of psychiatric treatment, his doctor has now certified that he is mentally fit to participate in legal proceedings. As a result, he was re-arrested on Tuesday morning in connection with the premeditated murder charge.
Ongoing Investigation and Court Hearings
During the remand hearing, which was marked by the suspect’s lack of cooperation, he stated, “knows nothing without his lawyer.” His attorney did not object to the prosecution’s request for a remand, and he has been ordered to remain in custody for an additional two days.
As part of the ongoing investigation, Limassol CID has collected 30 witness statements thus far, with six more pending. Once the remand period concludes, the case is expected to be officially registered and referred for trial before the Limassol Criminal Court.
