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Boxer arrested in Greece over discovery of Scottish woman's body in suitcase

Boxer arrested in Greece over discovery of Scottish woman's body in suitcase

Summary

A 26-year-old Afghan boxer named Sharif Ahmadzai has been arrested in Greece in connection with the death of a Scottish woman, Elisabeth Jane Ross, whose body was found in a suitcase in Athens. Ahmadzai is set to appear in court as authorities investigate how Ross died and her connections in Greece.

Key Facts

  • The body of Elisabeth Jane Ross, 38, was found in a suitcase in an abandoned building in Athens on July 18.
  • Ross was reported missing several days before her body was discovered.
  • Sharif Ahmadzai, 26, an Afghan refugee and boxing champion, was arrested and will appear in an Athens court.
  • Ahmadzai lives in Athens with his American wife and child and helped run a charity for refugees.
  • Ross arrived in Greece on June 26 and last stayed in the Piraeus area before going to Athens.
  • Police said Ahmadzai took Ross’s body to the abandoned building and then used her bank cards to withdraw money.
  • Officers found a replica pistol and a knife in Ahmadzai’s home during the investigation.
  • Toxicology tests are underway to determine the cause of Ross’s death.
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