Four more arrested over Nea Salamina fan event riots in Larnaca
Police have arrested 12 people and are seeking two others over an August attack that injured three fans at a Nea Salamina event.
Larnaca, Cyprus. Four more people were arrested on Wednesday in connection with riots during a Nea Salamina fan event at the Famagusta football stadium, bringing the total number of arrests to 12.
Police are also seeking two further suspects as investigations continue into the August 23 attack, in which three fans were injured.
Latest arrests and warrants
Larnaca police arrested a 27-year-old man and three Cypriot minors aged 17, 15 and 14.
Arrest warrants were also issued for two Cypriots, aged 23 and 16, who remain wanted.
Court appearance and investigation
The 12 people arrested are expected to appear before Larnaca district court on Thursday, when police will seek their detention.
Police are continuing efforts to locate other wanted suspects and identify about 18 people recorded during the investigation.
August incident
The arrests relate to an incident on August 23, when around 30 people carrying bats approached and attacked fans attending the Nea Salamina event at the stadium. Three people were injured.
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