ATHENS — Authorities in Greece have launched a full-scale investigation following the grim discovery of a Scottish woman’s body found stuffed inside a suitcase. The victim, who has been described by her church community as a "precious" missionary, was discovered under circumstances that have shocked the international community.

A 26-year-old boxer has been arrested in connection with the case. According to recent reports, the suspect has admitted to hiding the victim's body but has vehemently denied allegations of murder. The investigation has taken further twists as police broaden their search, with authorities now looking for additional 'American friends' of the deceased who may have information regarding the events leading up to her death.

Further complicating the investigation, reports have identified the arrested individual as an Afghan migrant who was reportedly active as a Christian aid worker. The juxtaposition of the victim’s missionary background and the suspect’s reported profile has drawn significant attention from global news outlets.

As the investigation continues, the victim’s church community continues to pay tribute to her memory, mourning the loss of a woman described as a committed volunteer. Greek police are currently analyzing forensic evidence and reviewing CCTV footage in the vicinity to reconstruct the victim's final hours.

No further arrests have been made at this time, and authorities are calling on any witnesses or associates of the deceased to come forward as they piece together the timeline of this tragedy.

Source: bbc.com