Alleged rape victim gives police statement over Paphos mayor

The alleged rape victim linked to a complaint by businessman Theodoros Aristodemou gave a lengthy statement to police on Tuesday in relation to allegations against Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos, police confirmed on Wednesday.

The testimony, reported to have lasted some five hours, relates to serious allegations raised by Aristodemou, who has accused the mayor of raping the victim, believed to be a family member, in question 10 years ago.

Police are now examining this complaint...