The cause of death of Greek singer Giorgos Mazonakis remains undetermined, according to initial forensic findings, with investigators awaiting toxicological and histological test results that could provide answers about the circumstances surrounding his death.
According to reports by Proto Thema, the forensic examination of the singer's body did not identify a definitive cause of death, leaving the case open.
Two doctors linked to the clinic in central Athens where Mazonakis suffered a cardiac arrest are expected to appear before a prosecutor after a case file was reportedly prepared against them on charges related to fatal exposure.
Focus turns to final hours
Investigators are attempting to reconstruct the singer's movements and medical treatment in the hours before his collapse.
A key question concerns the timing of his arrival at the clinic on Karneadou Street.
According to the report, one of the doctors told authorities that Mazonakis arrived at approximately 4:30pm after being delayed. However, security camera footage reportedly places him at the premises around 1:30pm, roughly three hours earlier.
Adding to the uncertainty, the emergency call to Greece's ambulance service, EKAB, was made shortly after 4:20pm.
Authorities are now trying to establish a precise timeline of events from his arrival until his collapse.
Questions over plasma exchange procedure
Investigators are also examining whether a plasma exchange procedure had already begun before the singer lost consciousness.
According to the report, the doctor involved stated that the treatment had not yet started and that Mazonakis collapsed while medical staff were attempting to insert intravenous catheters.
However, EKAB rescuers reportedly told investigators that the plasma exchange machine was already operating when they arrived.
Technical data recovered from the equipment is said to show that the machine remained in operation for approximately 45 minutes during its last recorded use. Investigators are examining when it was activated and under what circumstances.
Licensing concerns raised
Particular attention is being paid to the legal status and licensing of equipment found at the clinic.
According to Proto Thema, inspections by police and representatives of the Athens Medical Association identified two plasma exchange machines on the premises. Based on the information currently available, investigators are examining whether the required licensing existed for their operation.
The Athens Medical Association has reportedly stated that the clinic held a licence as a pathology practice and that plasma exchange procedures are not permitted in facilities operating under that classification.
Additional evidence examined
Authorities are also investigating reports that Mazonakis had a bandage on his head.
Statements from clinic staff reportedly indicated that the singer had said he felt dizzy and fell on stairs before arriving at the clinic. Investigators have not determined whether that incident was related to his subsequent collapse.
Meanwhile, police have seized documents, computer equipment, storage devices, records and medical products from the clinic as part of the investigation.
Officers are reportedly reviewing digital evidence to establish whether any records were altered or deleted following the singer's death.
Wider investigation under way
As part of the inquiry, authorities sought expert guidance from a specialist haematologist regarding the conditions under which plasma exchange procedures may be performed and the risks associated with them.
Investigators also expanded their searches beyond the clinic, carrying out inquiries at the residence of the two doctors before taking further statements.
The outcome of the toxicology and histology tests is expected to play a crucial role in determining the cause of death and informing the next stage of the criminal investigation.
Source: Proto Thema
