The investigative report by “ON Time” newspaper sheds light on the dark aspects of the high-profile casino “investment” fraud at Loutraki Casino, involving Spyros Martikas and Vrisiida Andriotou. The couple claims they lost €720,000, describing scenes of desperation and fake robberies that shock.
The high-profile case that shocked Loutraki
As the two main defendants in the case head to prison, new aspects of the story are emerging. Spyros Martikas and Vrisiida Andriotou describe shocking moments as they believed the fake investment schemes and lost over €700,000. Questions about how the fraud operated and how many more victims exist are multiplying.
The €720,000 and the sources of funding
Spyros Martikas explains that the amount came from insurance programs, fees from Survivor, money from friends and his sister, as well as €50,000 from Vrisiida. Meanwhile, authorities are examining the financial background of both the victims and those involved.
The scenes of desperation and the prevented suicide attempt
Martikas describes dramatic moments in his testimony, saying he found himself one step away from suicide. Vrisiida, realizing the danger, monitored his movements via camera and screaming stopped him, while his sister ran to take the pills from his hands.
The network, fake robberies and staged incidents
The Economic Crime Unit found that the network operated since 2023, led by a former police officer with businessman Vangelis Vougiouklakis as deputy leader. The perpetrators used luxury suites, fake treasures, and 10-20% returns to convince victims. When money was requested back, they staged a robbery against Martikas and “arrests” with fake police officers.
Vangelis Vougiouklakis, Mary Chronopoulou and the questions
The relationship between the network’s deputy leader and Mary Chronopoulou also came into focus. The lawyer for the actress’s friends states there are no indications that Vougiouklakis ever entered her home, although Chronopoulou had appeared at his store. Meanwhile, the investigation into the great actress’s death remains open, as missing money and suspicious activities in her circle have been reported.
*Published in Ontime newspaper
