Attorney General comments on legal guidance for the Santis case

On Thursday, May 14, 2026, Attorney General George Savvides spoke to journalists at the Supreme Court in Nicosia regarding the ongoing investigation into the so-called 'Santis' case. He confirmed that officials from the Legal Service and police investigators have been holding periodic meetings to provide legal guidance. Savvides emphasized that the police investigation is being conducted ex officio and that the Legal Service provides support only when requested. He noted that staff from the criminal division of the Legal Service are regularly meeting with investigators to discuss and guide the progression of the case. When questioned about the status of the police report, the Attorney General declined to provide further details or additional comments at this stage. The statements were made during an event presenting newly registered lawyers to the Supreme Court.