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Italian Man to Face Judge Today in Corfu Rape Case

He must provide a formal apology before today’s hearing in a procedure allowed under Greek law

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Overview

  • The 19-year-old suspect is scheduled to appear before an investigative judge on July 17 in Corfu.
  • Greek authorities arrested the Italian national immediately after the victim filed her complaint in the early hours of July 13.
  • He remains under arrest without formal remand during the ongoing criminal investigation.
  • Under Greek preliminary proceedings for alleged violent crimes, he has been granted time to submit a formal apology before his hearing.
  • The case has renewed scrutiny over the safety of popular party destinations like Corfu for young holidaymakers.