Second arrest made over attempted forest arson in Kornos

Kornos, Cyprus. Police have arrested a 28-year-old woman in connection with the attempted arson of a forest area in Kornos, while a 26-year-old man is already in custody.

The woman was arrested on Monday under a court warrant and remanded as investigations continue.

Attempted arson

The incident occurred on August 2 at around 7pm. Members of the public driving through the Kornos area saw two people enter a vehicle and leave the scene, police said.

Shortly afterwards, they noticed a fire in a nearby forested area and extinguished it before it spread.

Investigation continues

Police said they secured evidence linking the 26-year-old suspect to the case and obtained a court warrant for his arrest on charges including conspiracy to commit a felony, attempted arson of a forest and other offences.

The 26-year-old is expected to appear before Larnaca district court on Tuesday for a remand hearing.

The Kofinou regional police station is continuing the investigation.