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Explosion Damages Car and Nearby Homes in Nicosia

Published January 29, 2026, 05:03
Explosion Damages Car and Nearby Homes in Nicosia

An explosion occurred in a 50-year-old man's car in Nicosia early Thursday morning, causing damage to the vehicle and nearby homes. Police stated that a factory-made firecracker had been placed in the car and detonated. Police officers, including a bomb disposal expert, immediately arrived at the scene and conducted investigations. The damage primarily affects the car but has also extended to windows of a neighboring house. The case is being investigated by the Nicosia TAE, who are examining all possible angles to identify the perpetrators and their motives. No details have been released regarding the victim or any potential threats they may have received.