Cabinet is expected to be briefed next week on the allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis, as police continue investigations into contested digital material and prepare a criminal case linked to the figure known as ‘Sandy’, Justice Minister Costas Fitiris said on Wednesday.

Fitiris said he will inform the cabinet once he receives an update from police-chief Themistos Arnaoutis, adding that decisions on whether to appoint an independent criminal investigator will depend on that briefing.

The case centres on allegations made by Drousiotis involving claims of corruption, abuse of authority and coordinated activity across state institutions, alongside material attributed to a source referred to as ‘Sandy’.

Police have confirmed that the authenticity of the messages remains under examination, with digital evidence already submitted to Europol for forensic analysis.

Reports indicate that police are preparing a criminal case against “Sandy”, who may face multiple charges including preparation, possession and circulation of forged documents and conspiracy to commit a crime.

According to statements given to investigators, the material publicised by Drousiotis has been described by her as fabricated.

Police spokesman Vyron Vyronos emphasised that establishing the authenticity of the messages is “the most serious aspect of the entire investigation” and confirmed that authorities are awaiting Europol’s findings before proceeding further.

The investigation has expanded following the execution of a search warrant at the home and office of lawyer Nikos Clerides, who had acknowledged receiving the material in previous years.

The material at the centre of the case includes alleged exchanges implicating politicians, state officials and members of the judiciary in a clandestine syndicate.

Police have reiterated that their objective is to clarify the case and establish the facts, stating that “there is no targeting of individuals” and that all actions are carried out on the basis of assessed testimony and legal procedure.