The trial in the case in which the suspended Mayor of Paphos, Faidonas Faidonos.
During today’s hearing, businessman Theodoros Aristodemou, a prosecution witness in the case, testified.
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Mr. Aristodemou arrived at the courthouse accompanied by his wife and son and was brought before the Criminal Court to testify in the case.
The proceedings are being held behind closed doors due to the nature of the offenses included in the indictment. The businessman had previously made public allegations regarding the case.
Today’s proceedings focused on the testimony of Theodoros Aristodimos, and after he finished testifying, he was cross-examined by the defense.
His testimony and its evaluation are considered significant for the progress of the case, as he is one of the prosecution’s key witnesses.
The next court dates were set for November 17 and November 27.
Upon completion of the businessman’s testimony and cross-examination, the Court is expected to determine whether, based on the evidence presented so far, a prima facie case has been established against the defendant.
The suspended Mayor of Paphos faces a total of five charges. These charges relate to rape, indecent assault against a woman, indecent assault against a woman involving another act, assault resulting in actual bodily harm, as well as administering a drug or other substance capable of sedating or incapacitating a person.
Faidonas Faidonos has pleaded not guilty to all five charges he faces.
Source: CNA
