Three men, aged 32, 29, and 26, are set to stand trial for the alleged abduction and assault of a 22-year-old man in Kofinou. The trial will commence at the Larnaca criminal court on September 23.
- Three men, aged 32, 29, and 26, are set to stand trial for the alleged abduction and assault of a 22-year-old man in Kofinou. The trial will commence at the Larnaca criminal court on September 23.
- At around 10:30 PM that evening, the victim managed to call his friends, informing them of his abduction. He was later released near the Kofinou flyover.
- After receiving medical attention, the victim provided a written statement to the police, leading to the issuance of arrest warrants for the three suspects, who were subsequently taken into custody.
- Authorities revealed that, according to the victim's testimony, there may have been prior disputes of a financial nature between him and the suspects, adding another layer to the unfolding case.
The police filed the case on Thursday at the Larnaca district court, which has mandated that the suspects be tried directly in the criminal court. The three individuals will remain in custody until the trial begins.
The events unfolded on the night of Thursday, August 14. Initial reports indicate that the victim, who resides at the Kofinou migrant reception centre, received a phone call on the evening of Wednesday, August 13, arranging a meeting with the suspects.
Upon meeting the three men outside the reception centre, the victim entered their vehicle. Approximately 30 minutes later, friends of the 22-year-old reported to the police that they had lost contact with him and feared he had been kidnapped, as his mobile phone was switched off.
At around 10:30 PM that evening, the victim managed to call his friends, informing them of his abduction. He was later released near the Kofinou flyover.
Following his release, the young man went to the Kofinou police station, where officers observed abrasions on his face and neck. He was subsequently transferred to the A&E department at Larnaca general hospital, where his injuries were confirmed.
After receiving medical attention, the victim provided a written statement to the police, leading to the issuance of arrest warrants for the three suspects, who were subsequently taken into custody.
Authorities revealed that, according to the victim’s testimony, there may have been prior disputes of a financial nature between him and the suspects, adding another layer to the unfolding case.