Nicosia, Cyprus. An appeal court increased a prison sentence from seven years to 10 years on each of 48 charges involving the sexual abuse of a minor, authorities said on Thursday. The decision was issued on June 30, 2026 after the attorney-general appealed the original sentence as too lenient.
Appeal ruling
The appeal court said the increased sentence better reflects the severity of the offences and the need for deterrence.
Private hearing
The case was heard in private because of the victim’s age.
Additional restrictions
The court maintained additional restrictions imposed by the first-instance court, including a ban on the defendant working or being in areas frequented by children and a prohibition on residing near such places.
Supervision order
The defendant was also placed under supervision during imprisonment in the central prisons and for a further five years after release.