Woman Injured in Accidental Shooting in Limassol, Partner Arrested

Yesterday evening, around 6:20 PM, Limassol police received reports of a shooting incident at a residential property. A 26-year-old man and his 25-year-old partner reside at the property. Preliminary investigations indicate that the couple was engaged in maintaining a hunting rifle belonging to the 25-year-old woman when the firearm discharged under unclear circumstances. As a result of the shooting, the 25-year-old woman sustained a leg injury. She was immediately transported by ambulance to a private hospital in Limassol and subsequently to Nicosia, where she was admitted for treatment. Her condition remains undisclosed. The 26-year-old man was arrested based on a court warrant and is currently in custody for further investigation. Police are investigating the case for illegal possession of a firearm, negligent and reckless acts, and the injury to the 25-year-old woman. The Limassol Criminal Investigation Department continues its investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the shooting and clarify responsibilities. The investigation focuses on how the gun discharged during maintenance.