Forensic results awaited in Ayia Napa attempted murder investigation
Police are examining shell casings, CCTV footage and a burned stolen vehicle after gunmen targeted a 33-year-old man in Ayia Napa.
Ayia Napa, Cyprus. Investigators are awaiting forensic results in the attempted murder case involving a 33-year-old Greek Cypriot man who escaped injury after being shot at near his home.
Police believe the attack may have been intended as a message to the man’s 48-year-old brother, who is serving a life sentence for Ayia Napa’s quadruple murder.
Investigation continues
The attack occurred at about 5.40am last Friday in the Kokkines area, a few metres from the 33-year-old’s home.
Investigators have not identified the attackers and have no witnesses or evidence linking any individuals to the shooting. Police believe at least two people were involved.
Statements are expected to be taken within the next 24 hours from the victim’s brother at Central Prisons and from other people.
Forensic examinations
Famagusta CID investigators are awaiting ballistic examination results on about 15 shell casings recovered from the scene.
The tests are intended to establish whether two people fired at the victim and to identify the type or types of firearms used.
Police are also examining a stolen Volvo believed to have been used by the attackers. The vehicle was found burned in the Avgorou area shortly after the shooting.
Search for evidence
Investigators are processing CCTV footage, although it has not yet provided answers because the area is sparsely populated.
The search is continuing for footage that may show the attackers’ possible escape routes.
Police said the attackers had hidden and waited for the 33-year-old. When he turned right, they opened fire. Most shots struck the right side of his vehicle, and investigators believe his decision to continue driving saved his life.
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