Date Set for Athens Court Hearing on Extradition of Bartosz G.

The Athens court will soon rule on the key extradition issue for Bartosz G., suspected of the high-profile murder in Mława. The case is stirring strong emotions and awaits its conclusion in the Greek court, which is to issue a final decision.​

Extradition of Bartosz G – what do we know?

The extradition proceedings for Bartosz G. began in May 2025, when he was detained in Greece on the basis of a European arrest warrant. According to available information, the Greek court in Athens is examining the case under pressure from Polish and international media, and the decision is expected at a special hearing within the next month – on 5 December.

Course of the case in Greece

At the beginning of the proceedings, Bartosz’s lawyer filed an appeal against the first-instance court’s decision to approve his extradition to Poland. Similar procedures show that Greek courts analyse documentation very thoroughly, and extradition decisions can drag on – comparable cases have lasted up to several months. ​

Background of the crime and media attention

The case of Bartosz G. is linked to a brutal crime in which a young girl from Mława was the victim. The main arguments in favour of extradition are the desire to hold a swift trial in Poland, where the evidence is most complete. Greek media also reported a suicide attempt by the suspect, which sparked another wave of comments and tensions around him.​

Possible scenarios going forward

• The Athens court may approve the extradition and hand Bartosz G. over to Polish authorities on 5 December​
• The lawyer’s appeal may extend the proceedings by several weeks
• The final decision of the Greek judicial system will have serious consequences for the further investigation and trial in Poland

Every decision of the Greek court will be watched not only by Polish media but also by the public in both countries. The case of Bartosz G. shows how much international investigations require cooperation and transparency, and how quickly emotions spread on social media. This case may set a precedent for future extraditions in Europe.