The Cybercrime Prosecution Directoratea case of electronic fraud against IKA, via the internet, while a regular procedure file was filed for ongoing fraud against a 59-year-old accountant.
The investigation into the case began following a complaint filed by representatives of a branch of the Social Security Institution, according to which unknown individuals continuously submitted, for the years 2012 to 2014, via the internet, detailed periodic statements of a company, the operation of which has ceased since 2011.
According to the complaint, the total damage caused to IKA is estimated at 385,000 euros, since through these declarations, employees received the relevant insurance stamps and secured insurance and other benefits, such as gifts and allowances, even though their work and days of employment did not correspond to actual employment.
The Cybercrime Prosecution, within the framework of the preliminary examination, conducted a digital investigation of the case data, analysis of electronic traces and correspondence with the internet service provider, and thus the perpetrator was identified.
A search of the 59-year-old's home found numerous digital copies of detailed periodic statements on his laptop, as well as a diary with relevant notes about his illegal activity and lists of names of collaborating companies and individuals. The 59-year-old, who was absent during the search, has been accused in the past and has been convicted of similar illegal acts.
The laptop was seized and will be sent to the Criminal Investigations Directorate for laboratory tests, while the investigation continues.
The regular procedure file formed will be submitted to the competent Athens First Instance Prosecutor.
