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.