Man, 28, arrested over December brawl in Ayia Zoni area of Limassol

Limassol, Cyprus. A 28-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a violent brawl that took place last December in the Ayia Zoni area of Limassol, police said on Sunday.

Arrest and investigation

Police said the arrest was made as part of an ongoing investigation into offences of conspiracy to commit a felony and rioting linked to the incident, which occurred on December 26, 2025. The suspect was located and arrested on Saturday night under a court warrant issued against him.

Related: Part of human skull found in British bases area of Dhekelia

RelatedPart of human skull found in British bases area of Dhekelia

Details of the incident

The brawl took place shortly after 9pm, when around 15 Indian nationals reportedly clashed with each other using metal bars, wooden sticks and clubs. Three people were injured during the confrontation.

Earlier arrests

Police said investigations after the incident led to evidence against 12 foreign nationals, who were arrested the day after the attack.

What updates have police provided on the progress of the investigation?