News: Incidents
Cyprus news in the “Incidents” category — updated throughout the day.
IncidentsThree vehicles damaged in Nicosia car park fire, building evacuated
Nicosia, Cyprus. Three vehicles were damaged after a fire broke out in a car park underneath a block of flats in Nicosia on Sunday evening, according to fire brigade spokesman Andreas Kettis. Fire brigade…
IncidentsVerdict expected in Adiyaman trial over Isias hotel collapse that killed 72, including 35 Cypriots
Adiyaman, Turkey. A verdict is expected on Monday in the trial of six public officials over the collapse…
IncidentsPolice investigate Paralimni house burglary and Ayia Napa jewellery store theft
Paralimni, Cyprus. Police said on Monday they are investigating a burglary in which €100,000 in cash was stolen…
IncidentsNew details emerge on Larnaca police HQ brawl as four arrest warrants issued
Larnaca, Cyprus. Police have issued four arrest warrants following a violent brawl and gunshots outside Larnaca police headquarters.…
IncidentsRescue operation launched for eight trapped hikers near Profitis Ilias peak on Mount Taygetus
Athens, Greece. A rescue operation was launched on Sunday for eight hikers trapped near the Profitis Ilias peak…
IncidentsCyprus justice minister calls for coordinated response to organised crime in Larnaca
Larnaca, Cyprus. Justice Minister Costas Fitiris called for close cooperation between the state, local authorities and civil society…
IncidentsLarnaca court overturns part of police arrests after brawl involving gunfire
Larnaca, Cyprus. A district court in Larnaca overturned part of the police handling of arrests tied to a…
IncidentsCyprus launches nationwide operation targeting illegal residence, with more than 30 arrests
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus has launched a nationwide operation targeting people residing illegally in the country, with authorities making…
IncidentsThree drink-driving-related road collisions reported overnight in Nicosia and Paphos
Nicosia, Cyprus. Police said three road collisions linked to drink-driving were recorded overnight in the districts of Nicosia…
IncidentsCannabis, flares and ammunition found at Limassol man’s home, police say
Limassol, Cyprus. Police said they found cannabis, flares and a firecracker at the home of a 25-year-old man…
IncidentsArrest warrants issued for two minors over Molotov cocktail attack in Aradippou
Aradippou, Cyprus. Police said arrest warrants have been issued for two minors in connection with a Molotov cocktail…