Family Says Berkeley Professor Was Murdered in Greece

In Athens, Greece, a University of California, Berkeley professor has been killed under mysterious circumstances.

Przemyslaw Jeziorski, a 43-year-old associate marketing professor at UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, was allegedly shot and killed on July 4th near the home of his two children. According to reliable sources, including statements from the victim’s brother and a close friend, Professor Jeziorski was in Greece to attend a court hearing related to an ongoing custody dispute.

Professor Jeziorski had been divorced for three years and was engaged in what his associates describe as a contentious custody battle over his 10-year-old twins. He had traveled to Greece with the expectation of taking his children to Poland for a month, as per prior court arrangements.

Reports indicate that the shooting occurred in what is described as a “good neighborhood” in Athens. Police have reportedly informed the family that a masked gunman approached the professor and fired five shots at close range. At this time, no arrests have been made in connection with the incident.

Professor Jeziorski was known as a leading expert in quantitative marketing and applied microeconomics, with over 15 years of experience in research and teaching. His work has made contributions to various markets, including mobile money in Africa and breast cancer prevention.

This incident raises important questions about the safety of academics working abroad and the potential risks associated with international custody disputes. The Greek authorities are investigating, but the motive behind the shooting remains unclear.

UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business Dean Jennifer Chatman has expressed the institution’s shock and sorrow, describing Professor Jeziorski as a “beloved member of our marketing faculty and Haas community.” The university is focusing on supporting its community during this difficult period.

As we consider these events, it’s important to note that many aspects of this case remain unresolved. The investigation is ongoing, and we will continue to follow this story as more information becomes available.