Woman known as Sandy speaks out on high-profile legal case in Cyprus

A woman known by the pseudonym Sandy has broken her silence regarding a complex legal and political scandal in Cyprus that has involved investigations in both Cyprus and Greece. In a written statement shared with the media on August 26, 2026, she admitted to voluntarily assuming the role of 'Sandy' following discussions with lawyer Nikos Kliridis, which later led to contact with journalists Stelios Orfanidis and Makarios Drousiotis. She denied being blackmailed, bribed, or manipulated by third parties, though she acknowledged that the controversial messages she provided were not authentic. She has called for an independent technical audit of the message trail.

The case has resulted in 101 criminal charges filed in July 2026 against Sandy and journalist Makarios Drousiotis, covering allegations of document forgery, publication of false news, and harassment. Drousiotis, who previously claimed the existence of a corruption ring based on these messages, responded to the statement by agreeing to a technical examination of his devices. He maintained that he received the materials via USB and printouts, while pointing to the fact that Sandy’s mobile phone is missing and noting that her computer could contain critical, potentially damaging information.

Legal proceedings are ongoing as both parties continue to trade accusations regarding the digital evidence and the true origins of the documents. The investigation into the authenticity of the claims and the alleged criminal activities remains the focal point of the current judicial process.