An inmate has tragically died after a brutal attack at Nicosia Central Prisons, prompting authorities to investigate a potential murder case.
- An inmate has tragically died after a brutal attack at Nicosia Central Prisons, prompting authorities to investigate a potential murder case.
- The victim, a man of Arab origin, was assaulted by three Greek Cypriot inmates within the facility. Early reports suggest that the attack was particularly violent, leading to severe injuries.
- After the assault, the victim was quickly transported to a local hospital. Despite the efforts of medical staff, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
- The investigation is ongoing, and arrests of those involved are expected to take place soon.
The victim, a man of Arab origin, was assaulted by three Greek Cypriot inmates within the facility. Early reports suggest that the attack was particularly violent, leading to severe injuries.
After the assault, the victim was quickly transported to a local hospital. Despite the efforts of medical staff, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Authorities are taking the incident very seriously, with the Nicosia CID launching a murder investigation. The prison’s closed-circuit television (CCTV) system is believed to have captured the entire incident, which could aid in identifying the assailants.
The investigation is ongoing, and arrests of those involved are expected to take place soon.