News: Incidents
Cyprus news in the “Incidents” category — updated throughout the day.
IncidentsCounter-terrorism inquiry runs alongside Ann Widdecombe murder investigation
Haytor, United Kingdom. Former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe was killed in what police described as a “brutal” and “targeted attack”, as a counter-terrorism investigation continues alongside a murder inquiry. Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor said…
IncidentsTwo Greek Cypriots held in north over alleged military zone entry
Limnitis, Cyprus. A National Guard soldier and a woman, both Greek Cypriots, will remain in custody for a…
IncidentsTurkish Cypriot man injured in Ayia Napa attack remains stable in intensive care
Ayia Napa, Cyprus. Reports that Turkish Cypriot man Ahmet Tan died after an attack in Ayia Napa are…
IncidentsSeven girls allege abuse at Lapithos horse-riding school
Lapithos, Cyprus. Seven girls aged between 12 and 15 have alleged they were sexually abused by a 64-year-old…
IncidentsSeveral dead and six missing after Brussels construction site fire
Brussels, Belgium. Several people died in a fire at a construction site in central Brussels on Tuesday, while…
IncidentsMan questioned after ammunition found at Limassol District Court
Limassol, Cyprus. A 43-year-old man was taken for questioning after ammunition was found in his possession while he…
IncidentsPolice continue investigation into Paphos hotel fall death of three-year-old
Paphos, Cyprus. Police are continuing to collect statements in their investigation into the death of a three-year-old boy…
IncidentsEcologists call for probe into reported cat shootings in Lakatamia
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Ecologists movement on Tuesday called for an investigation into reports of cats being shot in…
IncidentsTwo more arrested over Xylofagou brawl, bringing total to three
Xylofagou, Cyprus. Police have arrested two more men in connection with a brawl in Xylofagou on the night…
IncidentsCyprus police arrest eight in overnight operations, report 305 traffic violations
Nicosia, Cyprus. Police arrested eight people across Cyprus overnight for offences including assault and illegal stay in the…
IncidentsCyprus revokes asylum status for 95 people over criminal activity
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus authorities have revoked asylum status for 95 people over involvement in criminal activity, with 80…