A Greek official, Filippos Kampouris, president of the LAOS political party, is at the center of a major fraud investigation involving the EFKΑ, Greece's social security agency. According to reports, Kampouris and his wife were identified as key figures in an organized scheme that defrauded the EFKΑ of over 5 million euros. The scheme involved the creation of 25 fictitious companies between 2021 and 2026. These companies were used to submit false claims for benefits, which were then processed through the EFKΑ system without proper verification.
The investigation, led by the Economic Crimes Prosecution, has resulted in the arrest of eight individuals, including Kampouris and his wife. The fraud was uncovered through a detailed examination of financial records and company registrations. The scheme reportedly involved a network of businesses, including advertising agencies, nightclubs, and clothing stores, which were used to generate false income and benefit claims.
This case marks one of the largest fraud investigations in recent Greek history. The EFKΑ has confirmed significant financial losses, with the total damage to the state and public institutions exceeding five million euros. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities continuing to trace the full extent of the fraudulent activities. The case highlights the challenges of detecting and preventing large-scale fraud in public benefit systems.
