The two doctors who run the Stem Cell clinic in Kolonaki, where singer Giorgos Mazonakis reportedly suffered cardiac arrest before being transferred to Elpis Hospital, have been released after giving statements to police.
According to reports, the pair left the Kypseli Police Station shortly before midnight after being questioned by the authorities. The preliminary investigation remains ongoing, with particular emphasis now being placed on the results of the autopsy and post-mortem examination.
Investigation focuses on final hours
Authorities are expected to gather additional evidence concerning the events that took place before and during Mazonakis' visit to the clinic.
As part of the inquiry, statements are expected to be taken from employees, while investigators are also expected to carry out an inspection of the premises.
Plasmapheresis procedure under scrutiny
According to the report, prosecutors are examining not only the exact circumstances of Mazonakis' death but also the medical procedure he underwent.
Particular attention is being paid to the plasmapheresis treatment and whether the procedure was carried out in accordance with the applicable medical framework and regulations.
The wife of the clinic owner reportedly provided investigators with her account of the treatment administered to the singer.
The clinic owner, meanwhile, is reported to have denied having an active role in Mazonakis' treatment. According to the same information, he maintained that his wife was responsible for monitoring patients and carrying out treatments.
Defence awaits forensic findings
The lawyers representing the two doctors have stressed that the forensic findings will be crucial in determining whether there is any causal connection between the medical procedure and the singer's death.
Defence lawyer Nikos Agapinos said the position of his clients is that no such connection exists and that, consequently, no criminal liability arises.
He also called for the presumption of innocence to be respected until the investigation is completed, arguing that no conclusions should be drawn before the necessary scientific and investigative evidence is available.
Agapinos further stated that the equipment used at the clinic had been declared to the Athens Medical Association and maintained that the facility was operating legally.
Authorities continue gathering evidence
The investigation is being led by the Athens Security Directorate, which is compiling the case file.
According to reports, the Organised Crime Division may also assist in order to determine whether any criminal offences may have been committed.
Investigators are expected to examine individuals who were in contact with Mazonakis before his arrival at the clinic, during his stay there and during his transfer to hospital.
The case file is also expected to include records relating to the medical procedures carried out and the final forensic report, which is regarded as key to clarifying the circumstances surrounding the singer's death.
