Two people have been arrested as part of the investigation into the fatal incident that unfolded on the morning of Saturday, June 27, at the Malevizi shooting range in Crete, where a 43-year-old woman from Thessaloniki lost her life.

According to Neakriti.gr, police arrested the president of the shooting club, who is considered responsible for the operation of the facility, as well as an assistant shooting instructor. A criminal case has been opened against both men as investigators examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Authorities are also scrutinizing the procedure through which the woman was allowed to participate in the training session. A temporary 48-hour athletic participation permit had been issued for her, and investigators are now focusing on the signature appearing on the document. A forensic handwriting examination has been ordered to determine whether the signature is genuine or forged.

Timeline of the tragedy

The 43-year-old woman had traveled from Thessaloniki to Crete for a short vacation and visited the Malevizi shooting range on Saturday morning to take part in a scheduled training session.

According to the information available so far, shortly before the incident she asked the instructor to step back, telling him that his presence was making her uncomfortable and putting her under pressure. After he moved a few steps away, she allegedly turned the firearm on herself and pulled the trigger.

She was initially transported to Venizeleio Hospital in critical condition. Despite doctors’ efforts to save her life, she had suffered extensive brain injuries and died several hours later.

Her family was immediately notified and traveled to Crete. Meanwhile, police continue their investigation, collecting witness statements and examining all available evidence to fully clarify the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.