Paphos police arrested an intoxicated man Friday evening following reports of a knife-wielding individual in Geroskipou’s Agia Paraskevi Square.
- Paphos police arrested an intoxicated man Friday evening following reports of a knife-wielding individual in Geroskipou's Agia Paraskevi Square.
Authorities received alarming calls around 20:30 regarding a man displaying erratic behaviour and carrying a knife. Upon arrival, officers located the suspect and conducted a check, discovering that he was heavily intoxicated.
Witnesses reported that the man was shouting and causing a disturbance, which raised concerns among the public. When approached by the police, he refused to provide identification and continued to act aggressively.
Given the circumstances, officers decided to arrest him for public intoxication and causing a disturbance in a public space. The suspect’s actions not only posed a potential threat to himself but also to those around him in the busy square.
In light of the incident, the police have taken further steps to ensure community safety. The suspect was detained for identification verification, and authorities are now investigating the case at the Central Paphos Police Station. Thankfully, no injuries were reported during this tense situation, and the matter was resolved without escalation.