The investigation into the death of Giorgos Mazonakis is continuing, with the two doctors linked to the Stem Cell clinic in Kolonaki having been released after giving statements to police.
According to reports, the doctor listed as the clinic's owner told investigators that his wife was responsible for Mazonakis' treatment and monitoring.
"I don't know, my wife was the one treating him," the doctor is reported to have told police, maintaining that he was not directly involved in the procedures under examination.
Doctor says singer appeared unwell
The female doctor reportedly told investigators that Mazonakis did not appear to be well when he arrived at the clinic.
According to her statement, the singer attended the facility ahead of a scheduled concert on 20 September, as he did not feel physically ready for the performance.
She is said to have conducted electrophysiological tests and concluded that his body was showing signs of strain. Based on those findings, she reportedly recommended a blood-cleaning treatment.
The doctor maintains that all procedures were carried out lawfully and in accordance with medical protocols.
Focus on treatment preparations
Investigators are also examining the placement of a venous catheter, commonly referred to as a "butterfly" needle, before the planned procedure.
Authorities are seeking to establish when it was inserted and for what purpose, as part of efforts to determine exactly what occurred before Mazonakis suffered cardiac arrest.
A key unresolved question is whether the planned plasmapheresis procedure had actually begun or whether the singer remained in the preparation stage when the medical emergency occurred.
Searches and inspections continue
Officers from the Athens Sub-Directorate for Crime Investigation and Detection visited the clinic on Thursday, assisted by members of Greece's organised crime division.
Authorities are examining the clinic, gathering witness statements and consulting medical experts in an effort to determine whether any criminal offences may have been committed.
Investigators are also expected to obtain testimony from representatives of the Athens Medical Association and specialist haematologists regarding the legality and medical requirements of the procedures under scrutiny.
The investigation has also extended to searches linked to the case, while forensic specialists continue their examination.
Forensic findings seen as crucial
The lawyer representing the doctors, Nikos Agapinos, said the most important evidence will be the findings of the forensic examination.
Speaking outside the Kypseli Police Station, he urged respect for the presumption of innocence and cautioned against reaching conclusions before the medical evidence becomes available.
Agapinos argued that there is currently no evidence establishing a causal link between Mazonakis' death and any medical procedure that may have taken place at the clinic.
He further maintained that all equipment had been properly declared to the medical authorities and that all activities were conducted legally.
Cause of death still under investigation
Authorities are attempting to reconstruct Mazonakis' final hours, including who he was with before visiting the clinic, his condition upon arrival and the sequence of events leading up to the cardiac arrest.
Investigators stress that it remains unclear whether the treatment had started, whether only preliminary checks were being conducted or whether any action taken at the clinic was connected to the singer's death.
Those questions are expected to be answered through the ongoing investigation and the results of the forensic examination.
Source: Iefimerida
