Police raid road department office in Takata airbag investigation
Members of the police special investigation team carried out a search at the road transport department’s offices on Tuesday to collect files and evidence related to the Takata airbags that failed to save Kyriakos Oxinos, and Styliani Gioryallis in respective car accidents.
Speaking to Alpha TV, deputy police spokesperson, Christodoulos Konsolos, described the case as “very serious and multidimensional” and said a careful and comprehensive investigation is required.
“The examinations are continuing on this case, and we are waiting for the investigation to be completed in order to have a very clear and transparent picture of what happened,” Konsolos said.
“There is no room for error. We are obliged to the memory of these children to complete a proper investigation into what has happened over the years.”
The special task force, established at police headquarters, is tasked with determining any criminal responsibilities arising from the incidents.
Authorities said it will take time to examine the volume of materials and form a complete understanding of the events.
The law office has confirmed that the official inquiry covers all relevant years and that the investigative report has been sent to police with instructions to probe all possible criminal offences.
Families of the victims have called for accountability and proper communication from authorities, while the House human rights committee has pledged to continue monitoring the case.