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Greek Police Probe Scottish Woman Found in Athens Suitcase

8/1/2026

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Greek police are investigating the death of Scottish woman Elisabeth-Jane Ross.
Her body was found in a suitcase on 18 July in a building on Evelpidon Street, Athens.
Detectives have deployed over 60 homicide officers and are fast-tracking toxicology tests.
Investigators say Ross’s phone sent texts on 15 July, suggesting it was used to mislead.
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and Police Scotland are providing consular support.

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Greek police are investigating the death of Scottish woman Elisabeth-Jane Ross.
Her body was found in a suitcase on 18 July in a building on Evelpidon Street, Athens.
Detectives have deployed over 60 homicide officers and are fast-tracking toxicology tests.
Investigators say Ross’s phone sent texts on 15 July, suggesting it was used to mislead.
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and Police Scotland are providing consular support.