Rafina Vineyard Murder: Man Shot Dead, Drug Link Suspected

Rafina Murder: 41-Year-Old Albanian Man Found Dead in Vineyard; Drug Connection Suspected A 41-year-old Albanian man was found dead in a vineyard in Rafina, Greece, on Thursday, May 22, 2025. The victim, whose identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin, suffered a gunshot wound to the cheek. Police are investigating the incident as a possible drug-related killing. According to initial reports, the man was found near Arionos Street in the Mandras Diakou area of Rafina. Before succumbing to his injuries, he reportedly called his wife, informing her of the shooting and even naming his attacker. Police are currently pursuing this lead. "The victim's call to his wife provided crucial information," a police spokesperson stated, though declined to give further details of the ongoing investigation. "We are working diligently to apprehend the suspect and bring them to justice." The discovery of the body has sent shockwaves through the local community. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available. The swift action of the victim in contacting his wife before his death is being praised by investigators.