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  • Child pornography — Man Charged with 15 Counts of Child Pornography Involving His Own Daughter

    Child pornography — Man Charged with 15 Counts of Child Pornography Involving His Own Daughter

    A 45-year-old man is facing 15 charges related to the possession and production of child pornography, some of which involve his own underage daughter. The Limassol Criminal Court has adjourned the proceedings to early March, allowing the defendant to remain free under restrictive conditions.

    The charges against the man include possession, acquisition, production, and distribution of child pornography. Authorities have discovered approximately 700 image files and over 10 video files in his possession, with some of the material reportedly featuring his daughter.

    This case first came to light last summer when a detective assigned to a US state police station for an undercover investigation into crimes against children made a critical discovery. During a conversation on a specific messaging app, the undercover officer learned of the man’s actions, leading to his arrest by Cyprus Police in November. Initially, the man faced charges of child sexual abuse and possession of child pornography.

    Using a pseudonym, the undercover detective engaged the defendant, posing as the mother of two minors, which prompted him to confess his actions involving his daughter. Following these revelations, a thorough investigation was launched to identify the individual and scrutinise his digital data.

    In addition to information provided by US authorities, Europol alerted local police after detecting conversations with others besides the undercover officer. A comprehensive examination of emails and devices ultimately confirmed the 45-year-old as the owner of the incriminating material.

    Subsequent investigations led to the man’s residence, where officers from the Electronic Crime Unit arrested him. A search of his home resulted in the recovery of mobile phones and laptops, which were later forensically examined. The evidence collected includes photographs of his underage daughter.

  • Near-drowning — Four-Year-Old Boy Airlifted to Israel Following Near-Drowning at Paphos Hotel Pool

    Near-drowning — Four-Year-Old Boy Airlifted to Israel Following Near-Drowning at Paphos Hotel Pool

    near-drowning — A four-year-old boy has been airlifted to Israel in critical condition after a near-drowning incident at a hotel pool in Paphos on 20 August. The child, an Israeli national, was initially treated at Makarios Hospital in Nicosia, where he remained on life support.

    The incident took place shortly after the boy and his family arrived in Paphos for a holiday. According to police reports, the family, consisting of the mother and two children, had just checked into their hotel in the Chlorakas area and decided to head to the pool while their accommodation was being prepared.

    It was a swimmer who first noticed the boy at the bottom of the pool and quickly brought him to the surface. Lifeguards and the child’s mother attempted to administer first aid, but the boy remained unconscious. Emergency services were called and transported him to Paphos Hospital.

    Upon arrival at Paphos Hospital, medical staff assessed the situation and determined that the child required immediate transfer to a specialist unit at Makarios Hospital. Following intubation, he was moved by ambulance to the capital for further treatment.

    The mother of the child, aged 51, informed police that her son had been playing in the shallow end of the pool under her supervision. She had turned her attention to her younger child when the four-year-old apparently wandered into the deeper section of the pool.

  • Four-Year-Old Intubated After Near-Drowning in Hotel Pool

    Four-Year-Old Intubated After Near-Drowning in Hotel Pool

    The four-year-old child who was found unconscious in a hotel swimming pool in Chloraka, Paphos, is currently intubated and in stable condition at Makarios hospital in Nicosia.

    • The four-year-old child who was found unconscious in a hotel swimming pool in Chloraka, Paphos, is currently intubated and in stable condition at Makarios hospital in Nicosia.
    • As investigations continue, it highlights the importance of vigilance around water, particularly with young children, who can quickly find themselves in dangerous situations.

    The incident occurred on Wednesday at around 2pm, shortly after the boy and his family had arrived in Cyprus from Israel. According to police, the child, who was momentarily out of his mother’s sight, entered the deeper part of the pool while she attended to his younger sibling.

    Paphos police deputy head of operations, Michalis Nicolaou, reported that the boy was discovered at the bottom of the pool by a woman who quickly retrieved him and called for help. A lifeguard was present at the hotel at the time of the incident.

    The boy was initially taken to Paphos general hospital, where he was intubated due to the severity of his condition. He was subsequently transferred to Makarios hospital for further treatment. The police were alerted to the situation at 3.15pm, prompting officers to visit the hotel and begin their investigation.

    The mother explained that she had believed her son was safely sitting at the edge of the paddling pool when he wandered into the deeper water. Despite the immediate response from bystanders and medical personnel, the incident has raised concerns about pool safety and supervision.

    As investigations continue, it highlights the importance of vigilance around water, particularly with young children, who can quickly find themselves in dangerous situations.

  • Four-Year-Old Intubated After Swimming Pool Incident in Paphos

    Four-Year-Old Intubated After Swimming Pool Incident in Paphos

    swimming pool — A four-year-old child was found unconscious in a hotel swimming pool in Chloraka, Paphos, on Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred around 2pm while the boy was on holiday in Cyprus with his parents.

    Swimming pool: Sequence of Events Leading to Hospitalisation

    According to the police, the child had been under the supervision of his 51-year-old mother. However, during a brief moment when she was tending to his younger sibling, the boy managed to slip away and entered the deeper section of the pool.

    He was discovered at the bottom of the pool by a bystander, who quickly alerted others to the situation. Emergency services were called, and the child was transported to Paphos General Hospital, where he was intubated due to the severity of his condition. Subsequently, he was transferred to Makarios Hospital in Nicosia for further treatment.

    Police Involvement and Ongoing Investigations

    The police were notified of the incident at approximately 3.15pm and promptly dispatched officers to the hotel to investigate the circumstances surrounding the drowning. Paphos police deputy head of operations, Michalis Nicolaou, provided insights into the case, highlighting the need for vigilance in such environments.

    Community Response and Safety Concerns

    This unfortunate event has raised concerns within the local community about pool safety, particularly regarding the supervision of young children in public spaces. The hotel management has been cooperative with the police investigation, and it is expected that the circumstances will be thoroughly reviewed to prevent similar incidents in the future.

  • Paphos hotel — Four-Year-Old Child in Critical Condition Following Paphos Hotel Pool Incident

    Paphos hotel — Four-Year-Old Child in Critical Condition Following Paphos Hotel Pool Incident

    paphos hotel — paphos hotel — A four-year-old child from Israel is in critical condition after being found unconscious in a hotel swimming pool in Paphos. The incident occurred on Wednesday when the child was discovered floating in the water at a resort in Chloraka during a family holiday.

    A woman, who was at the pool at the time, noticed the child and quickly jumped into action. She pulled the unconscious four-year-old from the pool and, along with the child’s mother and lifeguards, administered first aid while waiting for emergency services to arrive.

    Emergency medical personnel from Paphos Hospital responded promptly to the scene. Upon assessment, they determined that the child’s condition was serious enough to warrant an urgent transfer to Makarios Hospital in Nicosia, where specialised treatment could be provided.

    The child was intubated before being transported by ambulance to the capital. Currently, the four-year-old remains in the intensive care unit of Makarios Hospital, fighting for their life. As of now, authorities have not released additional details regarding the circumstances that led to this tragic incident.