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17-Year-Old Detained for Seven Days in Connection with House Burglary and Weapon Theft

Published February 23, 2026, 12:01
17-Year-Old Detained for Seven Days in Connection with House Burglary and Weapon Theft

A 17-year-old has been detained for seven days, following a court order, in connection with a house burglary in Larnaca, during which 72,950 euros and two hunting rifles were stolen. The young man reportedly confessed to the act and named two accomplices, who are being sought. According to the Police, the suspect stated that after the burglary, together with his accomplices, he buried the weapons and the safe with the money on a farm in Aradippou. The stolen items were located and recovered by the Police. The case concerns a burglary that took place between 10:50 PM yesterday and 2:25 AM this morning. The Police are conducting investigations and are expected to take statements from the suspect's circle, as well as check biometric data and conduct scene demonstrations. The stolen gun safe and the remaining money are also being sought.