Crete municipal councilor and former deputy mayor found dead with hunting rifle wound

A serving municipal councilor and former deputy mayor of the municipality of Archanes-Asterousia in Crete was found dead Thursday evening with a fatal wound from a hunting rifle. The discovery occurred in the evening hours on the island.

Crete municipal councilor and former deputy mayor found dead with hunting rifle wound

Details of the discovery

The body was located late Thursday in the Archanes-Asterousia area. Greek reports state the man sustained a fatal injury from a hunting weapon. No further circumstances have been released by authorities at this stage.

Identity confirmed

The victim has been identified as an active municipal councilor who previously served as deputy mayor. Official confirmation of the name has not yet been issued by local authorities.

Next steps

Police are investigating the circumstances. No additional information on suspects or motive has been made public.

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