LAOS leader Filippos Kampouris arrested for alleged 1.5 million euro fraud against EFKA

Filippos Kampouris, president of the LAOS party, and his wife were arrested in Athens alongside six other individuals for allegedly orchestrating a criminal network that defrauded the Greek social security fund (EFKA). The operation, conducted by the Financial Crimes Division, targeted a scheme that has been active since 2021 and has resulted in financial losses exceeding 1.5 million euros.

The criminal organization allegedly utilized "straw men" to register various companies. These entities would operate without paying required insurance contributions to the state fund. Once significant debts were accumulated, the companies were shut down, leaving the liabilities unpaid. Among the eight total detainees are accountants, business owners, and the individuals used as proxies for the illegal enterprise.

Authorities launched a large-scale operation across the Attica region to dismantle the network. While the initial arrests have been made, investigations are currently ongoing to determine the full extent of the illicit activities. The suspects are expected to face charges related to systematic fraud and organized criminal activity.