Nicosia, Cyprus. The woman known as ‘Sandy’ has completed a further round of questioning by investigators in an ongoing corruption probe, as authorities seek to clarify key elements of her testimony. The session is expected to continue in the coming days after it was interrupted for personal reasons.
Additional questioning and interview conditions
According to local media reports, the 45-year-old’s statements were taken on Thursday in the presence of a psychologist and conducted by a specialist unit dealing with vulnerable persons.
Investigators requested the additional testimony to address specific issues arising from the inquiry and to examine in greater depth claims presented as factual by third parties. Authorities are working to verify earlier statements and establish the credibility of material linked to the case.
Allegations and responses
‘Sandy’ remains central to allegations of sexual abuse and corruption made public by investigative journalist Makarios Drousiotis, who has claimed the existence of an organised ‘Rosicrucian brotherhood’ involving current and former officials, members of the judiciary and political figures.
Those named in connection with the allegations have rejected any wrongdoing.
Digital material and authentication efforts
Investigators are examining thousands of digital files, including messages, audio recordings and video material attributed to ‘Sandy’, while also assessing claims of financial transactions allegedly linked to attempts to suppress information.
A key focus of the latest questioning has been the origin of messages that form part of the allegations. Authorities are seeking to determine how the material came into ‘Sandy’s’ possession and whether it can be verified as authentic.
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