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  • Kofinou — Three Men to Face Trial for Alleged Abduction and Assault in Kofinou

    Kofinou — Three Men to Face Trial for Alleged Abduction and Assault in Kofinou

    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.

  • Kofinou stabbing: Kofinou Guard Stabbing Case Heads to Criminal Court

    Kofinou stabbing: Kofinou Guard Stabbing Case Heads to Criminal Court

    kofinou stabbing — A 31-year-old will stand trial at the Larnaca criminal court for grievous bodily harm following a stabbing incident on the night of August 14 in Kofinou.

    • kofinou stabbing — A 31-year-old will stand trial at the Larnaca criminal court for grievous bodily harm following a stabbing incident on the night of August 14 in Kofinou.
    • The attacker, who allegedly travelled to the centre specifically to confront the victim, later proceeded to the Kofinou police station to report the incident and was subsequently arrested.

    The case stems from an altercation at the migrant reception centre, where both the victim and the accused worked as security guards. Reports indicate that the two men had “professional differences” that escalated into violence.

    At approximately 11pm, police received an alert regarding a 32-year-old man who had sustained stab wounds at the centre. Upon arrival, officers found the victim with a severe abdominal injury, necessitating immediate medical attention.

    The attacker, who allegedly travelled to the centre specifically to confront the victim, later proceeded to the Kofinou police station to report the incident and was subsequently arrested.

    Following the initial police investigation, the case was filed in the Larnaca district court before being referred to the criminal court. This court is set to convene on September 23, during which the accused will remain in custody.