An assault allegation against Disy MP Nikos Sykas has reportedly been withdrawn by his wife, according to local media reports on Wednesday.
- An assault allegation against Disy MP Nikos Sykas has reportedly been withdrawn by his wife, according to local media reports on Wednesday.
- If a formal case is established, the complainant may be required to testify, and further actions will depend on her responses during that process.
The original complaint was filed on January 4 with Limassol police, alleging an incident of violence during their trip to Athens over the New Year period. Following the report, the wife underwent a medical examination in Greece, which resulted in the issuance of a medical certificate.
Sykas has consistently denied the allegations against him. Initially, the legal service was preparing to request the lifting of the MP’s parliamentary immunity in light of the complaint. Police were also instructed to gather further statements to bolster the investigation.
These statements included accounts from individuals in Cyprus who were made aware of the incident and requests to Greek authorities for testimonies from those allegedly familiar with events in Athens, including a doctor and a taxi driver.
Legal experts have indicated that the withdrawal of the complaint does not automatically terminate any criminal proceedings that may still occur. The investigation file, which contains testimonies already collected, is expected to be sent to the legal service for evaluation. They will determine if there is enough evidence to proceed with the case, regardless of the complainant’s current stance.
If a formal case is established, the complainant may be required to testify, and further actions will depend on her responses during that process.
The situation is further complicated by Sykas’s status as a sitting member of parliament, which raises issues of parliamentary immunity. The ultimate decision regarding any potential prosecution lies with the attorney-general.
This latest development follows Disy’s announcement that Sykas would be removed from the party’s candidate list for the upcoming parliamentary elections. The party’s bureau is scheduled to meet later today to discuss the implications of the withdrawal of the complaint.
