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Cross Vanishes During Epiphany Celebrations in Limassol

Published January 6, 2026, 11:22

During the Epiphany celebrations at the old port of Limassol, the cross thrown into the sea for the blessing of the waters went missing. According to reports, the person who retrieved the cross allegedly stated they would return it to the priest but then disappeared. Police are investigating the incident as a loss or potential theft of the wooden cross. Officers were dispatched to the scene to gather testimonies, and the Limassol TAE (Serious Crime Unit) has taken over the further investigation.