Family of murder suspect Perry Kouroumblis claim he was tricked into Rome trip

·

According to his family, Easey Street murder suspect Perry Kouroumblis, was enticed to Rome under the guise of a possible property deal before being taken into custody upon his arrival.

His brother, Andreas Kouroumblis, said Perry did not travel to Italy as a tourist but to meet with a Greek Australian investor.

“I can only say it was a trap,” he told The Age.

Andreas refused to give further details about the alleged deal.

Perry’s other brother Tony added, “He met him [the investor] about three months ago and then arranged [for him] to go to Italy… Totally set up.”

Fernando Speziali, chief commissioner of border police at Fiumicino Airport, said police began monitoring flights on September 18 after receiving an Interpol alert.

“We received a report from Interpol, which had received information from our Australian colleagues, indicating the possible arrival of a wanted man coming to Italy from Greece,” Speziali said.

After questioning passengers who fit the detailed descriptions, they identified the Greek national and detained him.

“He was neither co-operative nor did he resist… He closed in on himself, he did not share any information,” Speziali added.

Source: The Age.

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

From Metallica to Maritime: The many lives of Greek shipping tycoon Harry Vafias

Though Greek shipping tycoon, Harry Vafias, spends much time working, it certainly isn't a case of 'all work and no play.’

‘I want them to know their word matters’: Peter Georgiou stands against gender violence

Peter Georgiou, a real estate agent from Rushcutters Bay and father of four-year-old twins Leila and Lola, believes change begins at home.

Thessaloniki’s Byzantine walls to shine with new light project

Thessaloniki’s iconic Byzantine Walls are set to be illuminated under a major cultural initiative announced by the Greek Ministry of Culture.

Greek World Heritage Cities face rising climate threats

Iconic Greek cities—Athens, Thessaloniki, Corfu, Rhodes, and Patmos—face serious climate threats, according to a new UNESCO-backed report.

Are apps like Duolingo enough to learn Greek, or do we need a tutor?

For many people who want to learn conversational Greek, an app, can be a very useful addition to your program.

You May Also Like

Sam Konstas’ heroics help Sydney Thunder break BBL finale drought

Sam Konstas played a starring role in the Sydney Thunder's crucial 61-run victory over the Perth Scorchers at ENGIE Stadium on Monday.

Athens Stock Exchange top performing equity market in Europe last year

The Athens Stock Exchange was the best-performing equity market in Europe last year, which is reflected in international investors' newfound confidence in Greece’s recovery. Andreas...

Giota Negka headlines Melbourne Antipodes Festival as thousands of Greeks flock to Lonsdale

International star Giota Negka will be headlining Melbourne’s biggest street party and longest-running Greek festival, bringing together thousands of Greeks for a weekend of Greek-flavoured entertainment and activities.