Former Gümülcine Mayor Dimitris Kotsakis dies at 68

Western Thrace
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:22 GMT
Former mayor of Gümülcine, Dimitris Kotsakis, has died at the age of 68, according to reports in local media.
Former Gümülcine Mayor Dimitris Kotsakis dies at 68

Initial information indicates that Kotsakis suffered a heart attack while he was at a stadium in the city. Emergency services responded, but he was later pronounced dead.

Autopsy Ordered at Gümülcine Hospital

Authorities confirmed that Kotsakis’ body was transferred to Gümülcine General Hospital, where an autopsy will be conducted to determine the exact cause of death.

Served as Gümülcine Mayor

Kotsakis served as mayor of Gümülcine between 2006 and 2010, winning the position in the second round of the municipal elections with 52.35% of the vote.

During his term, he was involved in several local development initiatives and played an active role in municipal administration.

His sudden passing has drawn attention across the local community in the Rhodope region.

Former Gümülcine mayor Dimitris Kotsakis has died at the age of 68 after reportedly suffering a heart attack while at a stadium in the city.

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