sandy case — Police chief Themistos Arnaoutis will present the findings of the investigation into the Sandy case on Wednesday at noon. This announcement follows complaints made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis and is set to take place at police headquarters.
The briefing will conclude with a question-and-answer session, allowing the public and the press to seek clarity on the investigation’s conclusions. Authorities have indicated that the update will comprehensively address all allegations raised during the inquiry conducted by the special investigative unit.
The case has garnered significant attention due to its allegations of corruption and abuse involving high-profile legal and political figures, all of whom have denied any wrongdoing. The original complaints from Drousiotis centred around a woman referred to as Sandy, with claims spanning several years that have faced considerable dispute from those implicated.
According to police sources, the case file has been developed with input from Europol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), both of which have reviewed evidence submitted by Cypriot investigators. Europol’s contributions included insights on dozens of SMS messages and electronic data stored on various devices, while the FBI’s report is believed to have broadly supported the police’s handling of the case after expert evaluations conducted in Cyprus.
Police investigators have maintained that their findings do not substantiate the allegations made by Drousiotis. They have stated that the claims were examined through witness testimonies, digital forensic reviews, and open-source verification processes, highlighting inconsistencies in several key areas.
A police statement revealed that “the investigation did not confirm the allegations as presented,” and the full conclusions will be disclosed during the forthcoming briefing. Earlier procedural developments had ruled out the option of appointing an independent criminal investigator, with authorities asserting that the matter would remain under the jurisdiction of the police and the legal service.
Following the completion of the investigation, the case file is expected to be forwarded to the legal service for further review. Prosecutors will then determine whether additional action is warranted or if the case will be closed.
