The family of the prime suspect in Melbourne’s notorious Easey Street murders claims he returned to Athens in 2017 to care for his elderly mother.
That’s despite police claims that Perry Kouroumblis fled Australia when they requested a DNA sample from him as part of their investigation into the 1977 murders.
Perry’s brother Tony now claims his sibling wasn’t even in Victoria when Suzanne Armstrong and Susan Bartlett were stabbed dozens of times in a house in Collingwood 47 years ago.
Tony originally told media his brother was a student at Collingwood High School, where Bartlett worked as an arts and crafts teacher.
But he now claims his brother went to a different school.
Tony today told media he wants his brother to return to Australia so he can clear his name.
Perry is being held by Italian authorities after he was arrested at Rome Airport as authorities work to extradite him back to Victoria.
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<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/an-saq-sign-covered-in-icicles.jpg?id=51449095&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=132%2C0%2C132%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>Alcohol deliveries could soon become a common sight in Montreal. </p><p>On March 11, the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/saq" target="_self">Société des alcools du Québec (SAQ</a>) announced that it is adapting to Quebecers' changing drinking habits with a series of major changes, including the introduction of micro SAQ Agency stores and a new delivery pilot project.<span></span></p><p>Starting in April, the SAQ will test six urban micro SAQ Agency stores, designed for customers who don't regularly visit SAQ locations or need alternatives when stores are closed. These mini-agencies will offer a selection of around 30 products, including spirits-based coolers, wines, and spirits. If successful, the concept will expand to around 100 locations in urban areas within a year. The micro-agencies will be hosted within existing businesses that already hold liquor permits, such as grocery and convenience stores.</p><p>"To maintain our long-term performance, we have to evolve how we do business, be more in sync with all our customers, those of tomorrow as well as today," said Jacques Farcy, President and CEO of the SAQ in a <a href="https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/the-saq-adapts-to-quebecers-new-drinking-habits-860104800.html" target="_blank">press release</a>.</p><p>Another key change is the launch of a delivery pilot project in June, using collaborative platforms to meet the demand for convenience. </p><p>Customers in Montreal will be able to order around 150 SAQ products through these platforms, with delivery handled by couriers who will pick up orders directly from SAQ stores. If the test run proves successful, the service will expand across Quebec. </p><p>The SAQ also stated that its choice of platform will consider the "current context with the American administration and the impact of its decisions on the Quebec economy." Earlier this month, it was announced that the Crown corporation would be <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/saq-american-alcohol-removed-quebec">pulling all U.S.-made alcohol from its stores</a> in response to the 25% tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.</p><p>Additionally, the SAQ plans to open 34 new SAQ Agency stores in under-served regions like Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie, and Chaudière-Appalaches. Meanwhile, five underperforming stores, including locations in Stanstead, Gatineau, Baie-D’Urfé, Quebec City, and Ville-Émard, will close as their leases expire in fiscal 2025-2026.</p><p><br/></p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em><p><br/></p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em><p><br/></p>
