Miramar homicide investigation: Son understood to be suspected killer of Irene Katsougiannis
The man suspected of killing Wellington woman Irene Katsougiannis was her son, Soterios Katsougiannis, RNZ understands. RNZ understands that the man suspected of killing Wellington woman Irene Katsougiannis was her son, Soterios Katsou Giannis. The body of the 62-year-old was found in her Miramar home on Monday and police are investigating the circumstances. The scene examination is expected to be completed by the weekend and police will report their findings to the Coroner.
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The man suspected of killing Wellington woman Irene Katsougiannis was her son, Soterios Katsougiannis, who died overseas in Hong Kong, RNZ understands.
A homicide investigation was launched after the body of the 62-year-old was found in her Miramar home on Monday.
Police have said the person responsible was "a man known to her", who left New Zealand on Sunday and had since died in Hong Kong.
They said local police there were investigating the circumstances.
Irene Katsougiannis was a piano tutor and netball coach at Queen Margaret College.
Principal Jayne-Ann Young said the school was saddened to learn of the passing of their "very dear colleague and friend".
"Our thoughts are with her family.
"As always, we remain focused on the wellbeing of our staff, students and whānau throughout this difficult time."
Family friend Katy previously told RNZ Irene Katsougiannis had also been her netball coach.
"[She] was not only a great netball coach and friend to her netball family, she was also a close family friend and valued member of the Greek community. Her loss will be felt far and wide," she said.
"I am in shock and my heart and sincere condolences go out to her family and all who love her."
The scene examination was expected to be completed by the weekend, and police will report their findings to the Coroner.
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