Sixth suspect arrested over January 17 shooting in central Larnaca

Larnaca, Cyprus. Police have arrested a sixth suspect in connection with the January 17 shooting incident in central Larnaca, while two other suspects remain at large. The case is part of a broader investigation into violent incidents in the city centre that day.

Sixth suspect added to indictment

Police said on Tuesday that the 33-year-old man was referred to the Larnaca criminal court on Monday to be added to the indictment alongside the five other accused. The five have denied any involvement.

Accused and wanted suspects

The six accused are aged 20, two 26, 32, 33 and 48. Police are also searching for two more suspects aged 26 and 27.

Charges and next hearing

The accused are facing charges of conspiracy to commit a felony, illegal possession and carrying a firearm, illegal possession of explosives, extortion, participation in a criminal organisation and assault occasioning actual bodily harm. The next hearing has been set for September 28.

Broader investigation

The case forms part of a wider investigation into violent incidents that took place in Larnaca city centre on January 17, when gunshots were fired near a police station after a confrontation linked to alleged demands for protection money.