A quiet November morning in Astoria was shattered by violence no neighbor could have imagined unfolding behind closed doors.

💔 A Dispute Turns Deadly
Inside a third-floor apartment, what began as an argument over money spiraled into terror for 64-year-old Paraskevi Tsintzelis. Prosecutors later detailed how her own son, George Tsintzelis, allegedly used a cane and kitchen knives to threaten and control her, backing her step by step toward an open window.

🌬️ A Moment of Ultimate Betrayal
In a horrifying instant, authorities say George shoved his mother backward into the cold air below. As she struck the pavement, he allegedly dialed 911 — attempting to portray confusion and innocence while she lay gravely injured.

🚑 A Miraculous Survival
Against overwhelming odds, Paraskevi survived. Doctors worked to stabilize her injuries, but the physical recovery was only part of the battle. The deeper wound — betrayal by her own child — would take far longer to process.

🎤 Courage in the Courtroom
When the case went to trial, Paraskevi’s testimony became the cornerstone of justice. Calm but resolute, she recounted the moments leading to her fall, ensuring the truth was heard. Her bravery transformed a story of violence into one of resilience.

⚖️ A Sentence and a Statement
George Tsintzelis was ultimately sentenced to 25 years in prison. For the court, it was accountability. For Paraskevi, it was validation — proof that even the deepest betrayal cannot silence truth.

🌅 From Abandonment to Justice
What began as a morning of fear ended with a hard-won victory for justice. Paraskevi Tsintzelis not only survived the fall — she rose, standing in court to ensure that betrayal did not have the final word.