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Zavrantonas retrial focuses on legality of evidence

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The retrial of Giorgos Zavrantonas continues in Nicosia.
His lawyers argue that the evidence against him is held illegally.
He faces charges of possessing over 15 kilograms of cocaine with intent to sell.
The court heard testimonies from police officers involved in the case.
The original conviction was overturned, necessitating a new trial.

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The retrial of Giorgos Zavrantonas Christodoulou, also known as "Zavrantonas," resumed in the Nicosia criminal court focusing on the substantial evidence against him regarding the alleged possession and trafficking of over 15 kilograms of cocaine. On June 29, 2026, his defense team raised multiple objections concerning the legality of the evidence presented by the prosecution.

The defense specifically argued that some evidence, including cocaine packets, was unlawfully retained by the police, which has brought the admissibility of this evidence into question. Additionally, there was a discussion on a USB device containing telephone contacts related to the case, raising further complications about the integrity of the evidence collection process. The proceedings have drawn public attention as the court seeks to determine the legitimacy of the evidence before proceeding with the retrial.

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