Scots Woman's Body Found in Athens Suitcase
Toxicology tests are underway to determine if foul play was involved in the death of Elisabeth-Jane Ross.
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The body of Elisabeth-Jane Ross, 38, was discovered in a suitcase within a derelict building in the Kypseli area of Athens on July 18. Greek police are currently carrying out toxicology tests to establish whether foul play was involved in her death. Ms Ross is believed to have died between five and seven days before her body was found.
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According to local reports, Ms Ross had travelled to Greece and initially stayed with friends in Keratsini, a suburb of Athens. She reportedly met American friends in Kypseli on July 15. Greek police suspect her phone was used to send messages after her death, an action they believe was an attempt to mislead those searching for her.
A spokesperson for Greek police stated that no evidence on the body or the suitcase directly indicated the involvement of a third party. The initial lack of identification meant the body could not be identified immediately. Interpol examined fingerprint data, which led to the identification of Ms Ross.
The Greek police spokesperson confirmed that the investigation is ongoing and they are awaiting the results of the toxicology tests to determine the cause of death and whether foul play was a factor. Police Scotland and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office are providing support to Ms Ross's family in Scotland.
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