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The Night Cannot Rule the Day: Call for Action Against Organized Crime

Published January 21, 2026, 09:01
The Night Cannot Rule the Day: Call for Action Against Organized Crime

Sophocles Sophocleous, former Minister of Justice and Mayor of Lefkara, is urging the Minister of Justice to convene a meeting on organized crime, with the participation of all former Ministers of Justice. Mr. Sophocleous argues that the night cannot rule the day and that decisiveness, police restructuring, and support for frontline officers are needed. He expresses concern about the existence of a two-tiered police force and the risk of officers becoming apathetic and fearful. He accuses the state of lacking incentives for police officers who confront organized crime and emphasizes that criminals do not show respect for society.