A well-respected UC Berkeley professor was shot and killed in a shocking daylight attack while visiting Greece, sparking an international manhunt and growing calls for justice.
Przemyslaw Jeziorski, 43, a renowned economist and marketing professor at the Haas School of Business, was ambushed and fatally shot on July 4 in the quiet Athens suburb of Agia Paraskevi. Jeziorski had traveled to Greece to visit his children and attend a court hearing regarding custody, authorities confirmed.
According to Greek police, the attacker… wearing a black mask… approached Jeziorski on foot around 4:15 p.m. and opened fire at close range, striking him multiple times in the neck and chest. Seven 9mm shell casings were recovered at the scene. The victim died instantly.
“This was a cold, calculated act,” said police spokesperson Konstantina Dimoglidou. “The attacker fired without hesitation and fled on foot.” Witnesses described hearing up to six loud gunshots and watching the suspect disappear into nearby streets.
The deadly shooting took place just a day after Jeziorski appeared in court for a custody dispute involving his two children. The attack occurred near his ex-wife’s residence, raising further questions about motive and possible connections.
Investigators are pursuing all leads, including the possibility of a targeted, professional hit. A senior officer speaking anonymously told local media that the crime had “hallmarks of a contract killing,” and authorities are also probing potential links to organized crime.
Despite over a week passing since the killing, no arrests have been made. Friends and family are urging Greek officials to ramp up efforts and uncover the truth behind the murder of a man described as brilliant, compassionate, and devoted to his children.
Jeziorski had no prior criminal history in Greece, officials noted. The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact Greek authorities.
