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Detention Extended for Five Suspects in Larnaca Drug and Weapons Case

Published February 23, 2026, 17:12
Detention Extended for Five Suspects in Larnaca Drug and Weapons Case

The detention of five suspects in a Larnaca drug trafficking case has been extended for six days following a police request. The suspects, aged 19 to 39, are charged with a series of offenses including conspiracy, illegal possession of narcotics, and participation in a criminal organization. Police are searching for the drug supplier, the final recipients, and other accomplices. During the investigation, significant quantities of cocaine and cannabis, as well as weapons and money, were seized. Police estimate that the release of the suspects could negatively impact the investigation.