Let's remember that just a few hours ago, The defendant, a TV presenter, posted a text message of Giorgos Gerapetritis addressed to him, in which he states: «Happy birthday, Mr. Fourthiotis. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the recognition and appreciation. May you always be cheerful and beloved.».
A message that probably isn't what we call «I responded to his complaints when he himself claimed that his life was being threatened», as cited by Kyriakos Mitsotakis's close associate.
Statement by Giorgos Gerapetritis:
«SYRIZA is once again engaging in cannibalistic behavior. So, just to set the record straight. I have never seen Mr. Fourthiotis, nor do I know him by sight. I responded to his complaints when he claimed that his life was being threatened..
If anyone draws any conclusion of liability from this, they have simply abandoned all reason. Furthermore, when Mr. Fourthiotis began making false and defamatory statements, I filed a lawsuit against him, which is pending in criminal court. Since SYRIZA trusts and relies on this man, a representative of the party may appear at the trial as a witness for the defense.
Instead of addressing the issues that are critical for the country, SYRIZA continues to spew cheap toxicity. Fortunately, society has long since recognized and moved beyond these tactics.».
