News: Incidents
Cyprus news in the “Incidents” category — updated throughout the day.
IncidentsMan arrested in Larnaca criminal organisation investigation, police say
Larnaca, Cyprus. Police have arrested a 49-year-old Greek Cypriot man in connection with an ongoing investigation into an alleged criminal organisation operating in the Larnaca district, authorities said on Monday. He was arrested on…
IncidentsCyprus customs seize smuggled tobacco in operations at Paphos Airport and Ayios Dometios
Paphos, Cyprus. Customs officers intercepted attempts to smuggle large quantities of tobacco products in separate operations at Paphos…
IncidentsMotorcyclist dies after crash on Nicosia-Limassol motorway near Skarinou
Nicosia, Cyprus. A 55-year-old motorcyclist died in a road collision on the Nicosia-Limassol motorway on Sunday morning after…
Incidents23-year-old motorcyclist dies after collision with car in Strovolos
Strovolos, Cyprus. A 23-year-old motorcyclist died on Sunday after his motorcycle struck the rear of a car on…
IncidentsFire near Neo Chorio in Paphos district investigated as suspected arson
Neo Chorio, Cyprus. Authorities are investigating a fire believed to have been deliberately started near Neo Chorio in…
Incidents13 arrested in nationwide police operation as officers issue 303 traffic violations
Nicosia, Cyprus. Thirteen people were arrested during a nationwide police operation on Saturday night, as coordinated patrols led…
IncidentsNicosia-Limassol highway section closed after collision near Skarinou
Skarinou, Cyprus. A section of the Nicosia to Limassol highway remained closed on Saturday after a road traffic…
IncidentsThree hospitalised after two-vehicle collision in Omodos
Omodos, Cyprus. Three people were hospitalised in serious condition after two vehicles collided in the village of Omodos…
IncidentsDisciplinary investigation launched after teenager escapes briefly from Omorfita police station
Nicosia, Cyprus. A disciplinary investigation was launched on Saturday after a 17-year-old briefly escaped from police custody at…
IncidentsLarnaca police arrest 21-year-old after finding cannabis, cocaine and scale on motorcycle
Larnaca, Cyprus. A 21-year-old man was arrested on Saturday morning in Larnaca after police found cannabis and cocaine…
IncidentsGrandfather arrested in Heraklion after 18-month-old granddaughter dies in hospital
Heraklion, Greece. A 45-year-old grandfather was arrested in Heraklion, Crete, following the death of his 18-month-old granddaughter, who…