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Viras: 'Unacceptable' and 'Extremely Worrying' Shooting in Larnaca

Published January 17, 2026, 20:10
Viras: 'Unacceptable' and 'Extremely Worrying' Shooting in Larnaca

The Mayor of Larnaca, Andreas Viras, strongly condemned the shooting incident that took place on Saturday afternoon in Larnaca, outside the Police Headquarters. He described the incident as “unacceptable and extremely worrying”, emphasizing that such criminal acts do not honor the city and are not compatible with a modern European society. The Mayor stressed that the safety of citizens is non-negotiable and called on the authorities to fully investigate the incident and assign responsibility. He stated that the Municipality of Larnaca will continue to cooperate closely with the Police and other services to enhance the sense of security in the city.