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Larnaca Brawl: Suspect Appears in Court with Crutches, Denies Involvement

Published January 20, 2026, 14:33

Five people have been remanded in eight-day custody following a brawl involving gunfire in the center of Larnaca on Saturday. Police are investigating offenses such as conspiracy, illegal possession of weapons and explosives, extortion, demanding property under threats, assault, and causing bodily harm. Four of the suspects admitted to being at the scene, while the fifth denies it, claiming to have an alibi. One of the suspects, who appeared in court with crutches, is accused of hitting a complainant with them after demanding money for protection. Police have testimony that incriminates him and continue their investigations to identify other involved individuals, including the brother of two of the suspects. A 48-year-old man, who sustained injuries to the head and hand, is also in custody.