News: Incidents
Cyprus news in the “Incidents” category — updated throughout the day.
IncidentsOne arrested after violent clash between Syrian groups in Xylofagou
Xylofagou, Cyprus. Police arrested one person and secured an eight-day remand order after a violent clash involving two groups of Syrian nationals in Xylofagou on Wednesday night. Investigations are continuing to identify the remaining…
IncidentsFormer Avakoum monks start bakery business in Lythrodontas while awaiting trial
Lythrodontas, Cyprus. Two former monks at the centre of the Avakoum monastery scandal have started a bakery business…
IncidentsRyanair flight returns to Thessaloniki after cabin window dislodges shortly after take-off
Thessaloniki, Greece. A Ryanair flight returned to Thessaloniki’s Makedonia airport on Friday morning, July 10, after a cabin…
IncidentsBakery robbery in Limassol under investigation after suspects flee with cash drawer
Limassol, Cyprus. Police are investigating a bakery robbery in Limassol after two suspects stole a cash register drawer…
IncidentsReported Greek crime figure “Edik” said to be in custody of UAE authorities
Dubai, United Arab Emirates. A man known as “Edik,” also known as “Foni” (“Voice”), who is reportedly considered…
IncidentsCross-examination challenges testimony in Stylianos Constantinou neglect and suicide trial
Nicosia, Cyprus. Defence attorneys on Thursday sought to challenge the testimony of a family liaison officer who said…
IncidentsDriver arrested after police chase and crash in Paphos district
Paphos, Cyprus. A 34-year-old man was arrested after allegedly leading police on a chase through the Paphos district…
IncidentsThanasis Nicolaou private prosecutions adjourned to September 9 without substantive progress
Nicosia, Cyprus. No substantive progress was made on Thursday in the private criminal prosecutions brought by the family…
IncidentsPolice investigate violent street fight involving up to 20 people in Xylofagou
Xylofagou, Cyprus. Police are investigating a violent street fight involving an estimated 15 to 20 people in Xylofagou…
IncidentsMan arrested after police uncover indoor cannabis operation in Limassol
Limassol, Cyprus. A 38-year-old man was arrested after police uncovered an indoor cannabis cultivation operation at his home…
IncidentsCyprus fire brigade handled 42 calls in 24 hours, including 15 fires
Nicosia, Cyprus. The fire brigade responded to 42 calls across Cyprus over 24 hours, including 15 fires and…