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Tragedy in Serres: 17-Year-Old Dies After Fight, 16-Year-Old and His Mother Arrested

Published January 7, 2026, 06:33

A 17-year-old has died in Serres after a fight with a 16-year-old, causing shock and grief in the local community. The 17-year-old was found unconscious in the basement of his home and his death was confirmed at the hospital. According to police, the fight broke out in a central location in Serres, and the 16-year-old allegedly severely beat the 17-year-old. The victim managed to return home after the altercation but did not go to his apartment and was found unconscious in the basement. His family had been searching for him for hours before finding him. The 16-year-old has been arrested and charged with intentional manslaughter, while his mother has been arrested for neglect of a minor. Police have access to video footage from cameras in the area and are continuing their investigation to determine if there are any other persons involved. The cause of the fight is believed to be a personal message sent by the 17-year-old to the 16-year-old regarding a girl. The body of the 17-year-old will be transferred to Thessaloniki for a forensic examination and autopsy to determine the exact cause of death and which blows were fatal.