A 38-year-old man has been charged with the murder of Steven Cook, a student who disappeared in Crete in 2005. Cook, 20, from Sandbach, Cheshire, was last seen in a bar in Malia on September 1, 2005. His remains were discovered at the bottom of a well in 2017.
The suspect, a British tourist, was identified after his ex-wife contacted Greek authorities. She claimed he confessed to killing Cook during a drug-fuelled rant after the body was found, alleging a brawl that resulted in a fatal blow to the head.
The case has been referred to the Mixed Jury Court of Heraklion, with proceedings scheduled for October 21. Under Greek law, the trial may proceed in the defendant's absence, but an extradition request could be made if his attendance is required.
Cheshire Police confirmed they are liaising with Greek authorities and supporting Cook's family. His brother, Chris Cook, expressed doubt about achieving full justice, saying, 'There might be a legal sense of justice, but I don't think anything can compensate for what we've been through.'
