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  • Police Investigate Attempted Murder of Ukrainian Businessman in Limassol Hotel Shooting

    Police Investigate Attempted Murder of Ukrainian Businessman in Limassol Hotel Shooting

    Limassol Police are investigating the attempted murder of a 42-year-old Ukrainian businessman, who was shot outside a seafront hotel in Limassol on Monday evening.

    • Limassol Police are investigating the attempted murder of a 42-year-old Ukrainian businessman, who was shot outside a seafront hotel in Limassol on Monday evening.
    • The victim, who frequently travels abroad, is currently receiving treatment at Limassol General Hospital. He underwent surgery and is reported to be in stable condition and out of danger.

    The incident occurred around 7 pm when the victim was leaving the hotel with friends. Tensions escalated outside the hotel reception area, leading to a physical altercation. Sources indicate that the businessman struck one of the assailants before the attacker drew a weapon and shot him in the abdomen at close range. This moment was captured on CCTV, providing crucial evidence for the ongoing investigation.

    Despite witness statements and security footage, the motive behind the shooting remains elusive. Authorities are exploring possible financial disputes as a motive, but no definitive leads have emerged. The investigation is complicated by the lack of cooperation from witnesses, with friends of the victim providing limited information regarding the incident.

    Following the shooting, the suspects fled in a luxury vehicle, which was later found abandoned on the Zygi coastal road. Police believe that the assailants may have escaped to the northern occupied areas of Cyprus. Arrest warrants have been issued for two suspects, aged 44 and 39, who are of Russian and Greek descent. The older suspect also possesses Cypriot identity documents and has a history of involvement in various criminal cases.

    The victim, who frequently travels abroad, is currently receiving treatment at Limassol General Hospital. He underwent surgery and is reported to be in stable condition and out of danger.

    As the investigation continues, Limassol CID has informed checkpoints and the Bicommunal Technical Committee about the suspects’ possible escape routes. The police are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in resolving the case.

  • Pyla — Teenager Arrested in Pyla for Armed Attack and Arson

    Pyla — Teenager Arrested in Pyla for Armed Attack and Arson

    pyla — An 18-year-old European citizen has been arrested in connection with an armed attack and arson incident at a car rental company on Pyla coastal road. The arrest, carried out by Larnaca CID, follows a terrifying ordeal where a security guard was threatened at gunpoint.

    • As investigations unfold, residents are left reeling from the shocking nature of the attack, hoping for swift justice and increased safety measures in their neighbourhood.

    The teenager was detained this morning as a suspect for multiple serious charges, including conspiracy to commit murder, attempted murder, arson, and illegal possession of firearms and explosives. He is set to appear before a court at 8:30 AM today for a hearing regarding his detention.

    Pyla: Details of the Attack

    The alarming incident unfolded in the early hours of Thursday, 14 August, when a vehicle approached the premises of the car rental company. Two masked individuals exited the vehicle; one was armed with a pistol, while the other carried a container filled with flammable liquid.

    During the confrontation, the armed suspect fired a shot towards the security guard, who was inside the company’s office. Fortunately, the bullet missed its target, striking a nearby column instead. Under the threat of the gun, the assailant forced the security guard to lie on the ground. Meanwhile, his accomplice proceeded to douse four vehicles with the flammable liquid before igniting them.

    Evidence Collection and Ongoing Investigations

    Members of the Criminal Investigation Service arrived at the scene to gather evidence, collecting various items, including a cartridge case and a bullet from the discharge. They also retrieved closed-circuit television footage that captured the perpetrators’ movements during the attack.

    Authorities are continuing their investigation, focusing on identifying and apprehending the second suspect involved in this brazen attack. The police have not released further details about the ongoing manhunt.

    Legal Proceedings and Community Response

    The teenager, facing grave charges, will be presented before magistrates today to determine whether he will remain in custody as the investigation progresses. The incident has raised concerns among the local community, particularly in light of a recent surge in violent crime, including shootings and arson.

    As investigations unfold, residents are left reeling from the shocking nature of the attack, hoping for swift justice and increased safety measures in their neighbourhood.

  • Larnaca — Teen in Critical Condition Following Fall from Moving Car in Larnaca

    Larnaca — Teen in Critical Condition Following Fall from Moving Car in Larnaca

    A 19-year-old driver has been remanded in custody after a tragic incident in Larnaca left his friend, a fellow 19-year-old national guardsman, in critical condition. The incident occurred late on Monday night, around 11:30pm, in a car park behind the Mackenzie entertainment venues.

    • Police have confirmed that alcohol and drug tests conducted on the driver returned negative results, and the investigation continues as they await further witness statements and technical evidence.

    The driver faces charges of causing grievous bodily harm and reckless endangerment after the victim reportedly fell from the moving vehicle, sustaining severe head injuries. Initial accounts offered by both the driver and a passenger have raised questions due to significant discrepancies in their testimonies, leading to a deepening investigation.

    Larnaca: Conflicting Accounts of the Incident

    During the court proceedings, the investigating officer revealed that the statements from the driver and passenger were markedly different from what was later disclosed. The judge approved police requests for the driver’s detention, emphasising the nature of the incident, which involved the victim allegedly lying on the vehicle when he fell.

    On Tuesday, police described the event as an accident, claiming that the victim was struck while trying to board the car. However, the driver’s voluntary admission, which altered the narrative significantly, prompted the case to be transferred to the Larnaca traffic unit.

    Legal Proceedings and Testimonies

    Defence lawyer Paris Loizou did not contest the remand of the driver but took the opportunity to question the investigating officer regarding the circumstances surrounding the driver’s admission of the vehicle being in motion at low speed, with no apparent motive for the fall. The officer noted that there are still approximately ten additional statements pending, including those from potential eyewitnesses.

    Victim’s Condition Remains Critical

    The injured guardsman was first taken to Larnaca General Hospital by friends before being intubated and transferred urgently to the intensive care unit at Nicosia General Hospital. His condition is reported as extremely critical, with life-threatening head injuries.

    Ongoing Investigation and Evidence Gathering

    Authorities have conducted a reconstruction of the incident and are actively seeking CCTV footage to clarify the circumstances surrounding the fall. Initial court proceedings revealed that police requests for the driver’s arrest were initially rejected based on preliminary statements, but this changed dramatically following the driver’s voluntary testimony.

    Police have confirmed that alcohol and drug tests conducted on the driver returned negative results, and the investigation continues as they await further witness statements and technical evidence.