Comments on: panos skoulidas – athens on fire https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/ burn is an online feature for emerging photographers worldwide. burn is curated by magnum photographer david alan harvey. Sat, 18 Jun 2016 10:43:08 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.4 By: panos skoulidas https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-77993 Tue, 12 Oct 2010 07:41:20 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-77993 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-11513309

at last!

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By: panos skoulidas https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-77964 Mon, 11 Oct 2010 21:53:04 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-77964 Officer given life for boy’s murder in Greek riot case

Witnesses said Alexandros Grigoropoulos was shot deliberately
A Greek policeman has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering a schoolboy in 2008, an incident that sparked mass unrest.

A court in the town of Amfissa convicted Epaminondas Korkoneas, 38, of intentionally killing 15-year-old Alexandros Grigoropoulos.

He was shot dead on 6 December 2008 in the Athens neighbourhood of Exarchia.

Korkoneas’s patrol partner, Vassilios Saraliotis, 32, was given a 10-year jail sentence for complicity.

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The riots that followed the killing saw cars being set alight and shops looted in a number of cities. Hundreds of businesses in Athens were targeted and the second city of Thessaloniki also saw serious unrest.

Further rioting took place on the first anniversary.

‘We will not forget’
The verdict from a panel of judges and jurors was 4-3 in favour of convicting Korkoneas of intentionally shooting Alexandros.

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Analysis

Malcolm Brabant
BBC News, Athens
The decision, by the smallest possible margin, to convict Epaminondas Korkoneas of murder closes one of the darkest chapters of recent Greek history and is a source of considerable relief for the country’s socialist government.

Anything other than a guilty verdict could have triggered a violent response from the country’s youth, many of whom regard the police with suspicion, mistrust and outright hatred.

The outcome is a source of grim satisfaction for the family of 15-year-old Alexandros Grigoropoulos, who had fully expected “The Rambo of Exarchia” to be convicted of murder.

Alexandros’s mother Gina Tsakilian, who runs a jewellery store in Athens, was highly distressed by attempts by Korkoneas’s defence team to paint her son as a troublemaker and the verdict helps to restore his memory.

Two judges and one juror had backed a lesser verdict of manslaughter with possible intent.

The nine-month trial heard that Korkoneas had fired three shots, during an altercation with youths on the streets of Athens.

His lawyer said these had been warning shots – responding to a hail of missiles – and cited an autopsy report indicating the boy had been hit by a ricocheting bullet.

However, witnesses and relatives testified that Korkoneas had deliberately taken aim and fired.

At the trial in January, Alexandros’s mother, Gina Tsakilian, said the two defendants were “monsters in the guise of men”.

Responding to the verdict, her spokesman, Capt Andreas Constantinou, said: “The family is happy with the outcome of the court proceedings. Justice has been done.

“Of course, Alexandros is not coming back, but at least what is important for the family is that his good name has been restored.”

The trial was moved from Athens to Amfissa – a small town 200km (120 miles) west of the capital – to deter attacks by anarchist groups that had vowed to kill the two defendants.

Exarchia is a rebellious district, popular with self-styled anarchists, and there are frequent clashes with police.

Saraliotis (left) and Korkoneas denied the charges
The BBC’s Malcolm Brabant in Athens says the chairman of the residents’ association there, Manos Koufouglou, had told him he welcomed the verdict.

But Mr Koufouglou said that while tensions had eased, the people of Exarchia remained unhappy that the armed Special Guard unit to which Korkoneas belonged had not been disbanded.

“Police violence goes on,” he told our correspondent. “The government has not done enough to reform the police.

“There will be a demonstration to mark the anniversary of the murder. We will not forget.”

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By: panos skoulidas https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-64552 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:18:54 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-64552 panos skoulidas
March 11, 2010 at 1:16 pm
sorry..that is the greek room…

panos skoulidas
March 11, 2010 at 1:12 pm
OK ALL..FIVE MORE MINUTES..and i’ll post a slideshow…
today it was the most intense street fights i ever witnessed…
in the streets of Athens…
big fat greek mess…
at one point when the chemicals were getting dropped like crazy…
i thought i saw zoriah… sorry i meant to say “messiah”…
(oh btw..who wants to sign in for a greek workshop called Athens on Fire?
i only charge $8000 euro and u get the Tear gas for FREE…yes free..
the last day free field trip to Acropolis..
laughing….
stay tuned..couple more minutes..

update…3/11/2010

ALL PHOTOS HERE..PROOF SHEET..CLICK ON A PHOTO TO ENLARGE IT..ENJOY:

http://picasaweb.google.com/innerspacecowpanos/JPEG04#

panos skoulidas
March 11, 2010 at 1:17 pm
BIG FAT GREEK SLIDESHOW?…why not? click below:

http://picasaweb.google.com/innerspacecowpanos/JPEG04#slideshow/5447439299737200610

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By: panos skoulidas https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-61628 Sat, 23 Jan 2010 14:28:10 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-61628 Jenny thank you..
sorry missed that comment…
hmmm the Obama question…
let me think ..totally unprepared…
( i need to be politically correct on this one…coz i like the guy..)
big hug

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By: jenny lynn walker https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-61196 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 10:29:39 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-61196 I have a couple of questions: If you were to get ‘an audience with Obama’ what would you ask him?! And did you find your way out of ALL that garbage?!

If you have and are now missing garbage, I can recommend a trip to India! NEVER have I seen so much! I failed to escape for months from it, and the smell of it, and who knows what is mixed in with it. People said I was MAD to do the holy dips in the Ganges – they said I was in danger of getting seriously sick but time spent on and in that river was one of the most amazing things ever. But, I so hope a time will come when India’s garbage and the mess everyone contributes to, is sorted out. But then if Gandhi couldn’t do it (he tried pretty hard to get the country to clean up) who can? What a joy to spend time in Thailand which is so very clean in comparison!

Awewome that second image above! It looks like an amazing experience all in all in Athens!

Enjoy it!

Jenny : )

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By: Photography Techniques https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58846 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 18:20:46 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58846 […] Magazine has a short but stunning editorial of Athens on fire. “YEAR AGO FROM TODAY…POLICE SHOT AND KILLED A 15 YEAR OLD […]

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By: panos skoulidas https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58422 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:50:46 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58422 Ladies & Gentlemen…
Couple nights ago i was wandering as usual in the city of Mustaches…
trying in vain to entertain myself..and soon i discovered an amazing band
called the DUSTBOWL….

http://picasaweb.google.com/innerspacecowpanos/Tif20?authkey=Gv1sRgCJbXhpWDnuHqkwE#slideshow/5414001504969013970

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By: Photography Links Weekly: 12/11/2009 | Your Photo Tips https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58398 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:20:04 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58398 […] Magazine has a short but stunning editorial of Athens on fire. “YEAR AGO FROM TODAY…POLICE SHOT AND KILLED A 15 YEAR OLD […]

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By: Herve https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58347 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 17:01:49 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58347 #25….Ancient greeks created magic…modern greeks?…trash….
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Magic always easier with slaves around (democracy too!), trash is when we are all free, life is just that harder…. Without slaves :-))))

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By: vida breve https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58328 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 13:16:36 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58328 […] Burn, baby, burn. […]

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By: panos skoulidas https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58274 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:56:15 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58274 Jim..#23..
agree..:)

http://picasaweb.google.com/innerspacecowpanos/Tif19?authkey=Gv1sRgCIfV_P2nrP63tgE#slideshow/5413330795288254210

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By: a civilian-mass audience https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58273 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:41:11 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58273 JIMMY ,
your key is ready …!!!

I told you BURNIANS are coming over …

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By: Jim Powers https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58272 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:37:38 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58272 Love the shot with the dog looming in the foreground.

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By: a civilian-mass audience https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58271 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:34:34 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58271 I see now…why you missed the bus…
you are forgiven….:)))
ouzo on you though .

WHAT NOT TO LOVE !!!

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By: a civilian-mass audience https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58270 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:30:07 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58270 toooo longgggggggggg

Brrr!!!

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By: a civilian-mass audience https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58269 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:29:40 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58269 PANOS,

I was waiting to long at the station….hmmmm
Anyways… the key will be under the 2nd pot …
Santa …decoration…
No kidding .

Safe travels!!!

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By: panos skoulidas https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58267 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:19:34 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58267 http://picasaweb.google.com/innerspacecowpanos/Tif19?authkey=Gv1sRgCIfV_P2nrP63tgE#

or click above if u prefer a proof sheet form of presentation…
enjoy

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By: panos skoulidas https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58266 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:18:14 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58266 ok..ALL..
as i promised..
new reportage from the city of Athens ( garbage , trash and ancient glory )

click below:

http://picasaweb.google.com/innerspacecowpanos/Tif19?authkey=Gv1sRgCIfV_P2nrP63tgE#slideshow/5413330230471142898

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By: panos skoulidas https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58265 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:15:02 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58265 IAN…big thank u..

ALL…PLZ DONT GO AWAY..
NEW LINK COMING UP IN A FEW MINUTES…
Completely different style of narration..
i hope i wont disappoint anyone..:)

DAVID…
At this point it is easier to talk to Obama …in person,
than find Alexis mother…she refuses to meet anyone that is connected with
the media…Politicians and the cheap, emotional stations (tv) exploited and used the tragic death of Alexis..for publicity and rates…
They used the murder in a disgusting way..i dont blame her..but i keep trying..
calling people etc…but at this point nobody trusts nobody..
but ..im not giving up..

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By: david alan harvey https://www.burnmagazine.org/essays/2009/12/athens-on-fire-by-panos-skoulidas/#comment-58257 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:55:27 +0000 http://www.burnmagazine.org/?p=5204#comment-58257 PANOS…

any chance of getting a portrait of the mother of the Alexis as we spoke? that would really round out your work here i think….

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