Cyprus Times

Sham Marriage in Nicosia Leads to Arrests

Published January 20, 2026, 08:09
Sham Marriage in Nicosia Leads to Arrests

Three individuals were arrested in Nicosia following an investigation into a sham marriage. The arrestees include a foreign national from Sri Lanka and a Cypriot woman. The suspects allegedly failed to convince the authorities during questioning, with some admitting their guilt. They will be charged with serious offenses, including sham marriage, bigamy, and forgery, which carry prison sentences of up to 5 years. Police are investigating whether other individuals are involved in the case.