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Investigation launched following journalist's allegations of corruption

On April 3, 2026, journalist Makarios Drousiotis visited police headquarters to provide testimony and evidence regarding alleged corruption involving public figures. While Justice Minister Constantinos Fytiris initially claimed Drousiotis failed to present specific evidence, the journalist asserted that he brought a substantial file and agreed with investigators to prepare a written analysis to facilitate the probe. The Cyprus Police clarified that Drousiotis met with the assigned investigators, not the Chief of Police as some reports suggested. Meanwhile, candidate Demetris Papadakis filed a formal complaint against Drousiotis, accusing him of spreading false information and circulating forged documents regarding alleged messages between Papadakis and former judge Michalakis Christodoulou. Former judge Christodoulou also provided information to the police on April 2. Attorney General George Savvides expressed full confidence in the ongoing police investigation and urged the public to wait for the results before drawing conclusions. The probe remains in its early stages as authorities work to verify the authenticity of the documents and claims presented by all parties.

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Drousiotis to testify today at police headquarters
Sigmalive English · 3 April 2026, 10:22