Larnaca, Cyprus. Police are investigating an alleged assault on a teacher by a student at a high school in Larnaca, reported to have taken place on Wednesday. A female teacher filed a complaint stating she was punched in the stomach by a 12-and-a-half-year-old student.
Complaint and investigation
According to police, the alleged incident occurred during school hours following remarks the teacher had made to the student. Larnaca police spokesperson Spyros Chrysostomou said the incident is under investigation and that police are working in coordination with services from the education ministry and social welfare authorities.
Parents’ reaction
The case has raised concern among parents. Costas Costa, president of Larnaca parents’ association, condemned the incident and called for a full investigation and accountability. He also stressed the need for preventive action to address student delinquency within schools.
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