The presiding prosecutor, Andreas Karaflos, has proposed the acquittal of actor Filippos Filipidis on charges of a second attempted rape. Karaflos expressed strong doubts regarding the credibility of the allegations, highlighting the lack of forensic medical evidence. ‘This case lacks the essential element of rape—the forensic report,’ he stated clearly during the trial proceedings.
Karaflos also pointed to serious inconsistencies and gaps in the accuser’s testimonies, including her inability to recall specific details such as the car brand or exact location of the alleged incident. He emphasized that there is insufficient proof that physical force was used beyond reasonable doubt. ‘It does not emerge that the physical contact was irresistible or non-simulated. The accused had the opportunity to proceed with rape, kiss her, tear her clothes, but stopped,’ Karaflos remarked.
He described the accused as a ‘joke rapist’—referring to the image portrayed in testimonies of someone smiling and joking during the encounter. The prosecutor further noted that the act might be better categorized as a violation of sexual dignity rather than rape.
Karaflos drew comparisons between how Greece handles such cases versus other countries like Austria, where similar acts are treated less severely. ‘In Greece, any physical contact gets labeled as rape, leading to 15 years in prison,’ he said. He also warned about potential risks linked to the #MeToo movement, citing an article from France that highlights concerns over due process.
Regarding the second accuser, Karaflos criticized the absence of clear recollections, stating that without basic identifying elements, it’s difficult to assess the validity of the claims. He identified at least 26 contradictions in testimonies, which he urged the court not to ignore.
In conclusion, Karaflos called for justice to be served fairly, objectively, and rationally, stressing that belief in victims should not override the need for credible evidence.