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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 by scammers sending text messages that appear to come from…

Police warn of rising online and mobile scams after series of new cases

Police are urging the public to remain cautious as a wave of online and mobile scams continues to circulate through text messages, email and WhatsApp, with fraudsters posing as banks,…

23‑year‑old arrested after alleged assaults on police in Limassol

Police in Limassol arrested a 23‑year‑old man twice on the same day after two separate incidents in which officers were allegedly assaulted, authorities said. Officers first went to a shop…

Food delivery driver reports robbery in Limassol

A 26‑year‑old food delivery driver told police he was robbed around 2 a.m. Thursday at the junction of Paphos Street and Spyrou Kyprianou Avenue in Limassol. He said three people…

Woman Arrested at Larnaca Airport in 2022 Theft Case

A 41‑year‑old woman was arrested at Larnaca Airport early Monday on an outstanding warrant linked to the theft of €17,500 from the bank account of a deceased woman, according to…

Police Report 17 Drunk‑Driving Cases in Overnight Targeted Operations

Police carried out targeted preventive operations across Cyprus overnight, conducting patrols in key urban areas to deter serious crime, maintain public order and strengthen the sense of security. Two people…

Environment Commissioner Outlines Roadmap for Climate Neutrality and Local Energy Communities

Environment and Animal Welfare Commissioner Antonia Theodosiou says local authorities and citizens can play a central role in Cyprus’ green transition through practical tools and collective energy schemes, according to…

Justice Minister Says Terror Threat to Cyprus Remains Very Low

Cyprus faces a very small risk of terrorist attacks or being targeted, Justice Minister Konstantinos Fytiris said, citing the country’s long‑standing role as a hub for peacekeeping and humanitarian operations.…

Cyprus Police Mark Safer Internet Day With Student Workshop

The Cyprus Police Cybercrime Unit is joining the Pedagogical Institute and other agencies in hosting a Safer Internet Day workshop for students on Feb. 11. The event will take place…

21‑Year‑Old Indian Man Hospitalized After Knife Attack in Nicosia, Police Say

A 21‑year‑old man from India was hospitalized Monday after being stabbed in the neck during an altercation in Nicosia, police said. Authorities said the man arrived at Nicosia General Hospital’s…

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