His detention Nikos Romanos for a fingerprint on a plastic bag in the wake of the explosion in Ampelokipi, has caused intense debate at a social and political level, as many consider that such a decision is not “legally binding”, as as agencies, lawyers and parties say there is insufficient evidence .
In a related question from Documentonews about the above, as well as the criticism that there are political expediencies behind the pre-trial detention of 31-year-old Nikos Romanos, the government representative said that “I think that someone considers that there are political expediencies in something like this is a science fiction scenario. There is no political expediency. It is a case that is being investigated by the authorities and justice, like any other similar case, and the way justice and investigative authorities operate each time will decide what is valid and what is not.”
At the same time, he added that “it is the job of justice and the authorities and not the job of the government and the parties to rush, to try to replace the role of the authorities and justice”.
All this while the investigations focus on the year of manufacture of the specific nylon bag, on which the decision to pre-trial detention was based.
On Monday, according to “Kathimerini” and Yiannis Souliotis, with her official request, the investigator asked the Anti-Terrorist Service to conduct an investigation in collaboration with the manufacturer of the garbage bag and to inform her of the year that the specific type of nylon garbage bag was released for the first time. The purpose is to answer whether the age of “exhibit 2” (as the movable object on which the print was found is referred to in official documents) is compatible with the 31-year-old’s defense claim that the last time he came into contact with weapons was before his arrest in 2013.
The investigator in her document ordered the Anti-Terrorism to conduct an investigation in order to find out when the specific blue-black nylon bag with white drawstrings was produced. “Let us know the year when this particular type of bag was released for the first time,” the interrogator’s order states.
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**To what extent, if any, does the reliance on fingerprint evidence alone, particularly on a common item like a plastic bag, raise concerns about the potential for wrongful detention in the Nikos Romanos case?**
## Detained over a Fingerprint: Nikos Romanos Case Sparks Debate
The pre-trial detention of Nikos Romanos, 31, based on a fingerprint found on a plastic bag following the Ampelokipoi explosion, has ignited a fierce debate at both social and political levels. Critics argue that the evidence is insufficient and that the detention lacks legal basis. Lawyers, legal experts, and political parties have joined the chorus, asserting that the decision is potentially politically motivated.
Responding to these concerns, the government representative dismissed the accusations of political expediency as “science fiction.” He emphasized that the case is being handled by the authorities and the justice system, just like any other, and that the ultimate decision regarding the validity of the evidence lies with them. He further stressed that it is not the government’s or political parties’ role to interfere with the ongoing investigation.
**Focus on the Bag’s Age**
While the debate rages on, the investigation is currently focusing on a crucial detail: the year the specific nylon bag was manufactured, which is the key piece of evidence.
According to “Kathimerini” newspaper and journalist Yiannis Souliotis, the investigator has officially requested the Anti-Terrorist Service to collaborate with the garbage bag manufacturer. The objective is to determine the year the specific type of nylon bag was first released for sale. This information is vital in assessing whether the age of the bag, referred to as “Exhibit 2” in official documents, aligns with Romanos’s defence. He claims his last encounter with weapons occurred before his arrest in 2013.
**Key Points of Contention:**
* **Sufficiency of Evidence:** The primary debate revolves around whether a fingerprint on a plastic bag constitutes sufficient evidence for pre-trial detention. Many legal experts believe it is insufficient.
* **Potential Political Motivation:** Critics argue that the detention could be politically motivated, given the timing and the lack of concrete evidence linking Romanos directly to the explosion.
* **Role of Authorities:** The government insists that the investigation is being conducted independently by the authorities and that political interference is unwarranted.
**Moving Forward:**
The investigation’s outcome hinges on the determination of the bag’s age and its potential link to Romanos’s claim. The results will play a critical role in shaping the trajectory of the case and addressing the concerns raised about the legality and political implications of the pre-trial detention.
