Two more arrests in futsal match disruption probe
Police have made two additional arrests as part of the investigation into the incidents that led to the suspension of…
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Seven arrested in Cyprus police sweep
Cyprus police arrested seven people overnight during targeted operations across the island aimed at preventing serious crime and boosting public…
Cyprus recorded EU’s highest prison overcrowding rate in 2024, Eurostat says
Cyprus had the most overcrowded prison system in the European Union last year, according to figures published by Eurostat. The…
New directive restricts police use of firearms in Cyprus
Cyprus’ Police Headquarters has issued a new directive tightening rules on when officers may fire their weapons, local media reports.…
Authorities seize 9 tons of fuel in truck crossing from north
Authorities have confiscated nine tons of diesel and other fuel products found in a truck arriving from the Turkish‑occupied areas…
60 convictions in 2025 for child‑sexual‑abuse offences
Police recorded 60 convictions in 2025 for child‑sexual‑abuse offences, according to the Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Office. The unit…
Case filed over assault on football referee; court issues stadium ban
The case against a 38‑year‑old man accused of attacking a referee during a football match has been formally filed before…
Human bones found near village cemetery in Limassol
Authorities were placed on alert after human bones were discovered in the Tris Elies area of Limassol. Police said the…
Two passengers arrested at Larnaca Airport over undeclared cigarettes
Customs officers at Larnaca Airport found undeclared tobacco products in the luggage of two passengers preparing to fly to Manchester,…
Police investigate new online scam using fake Gesy messages
Police are investigating a new case of online fraud and the theft of a large sum of money, carried out…