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Limassol: Man Arrested for Attacking Citizens and Police with a Knife

Published January 26, 2026, 12:19
Limassol: Man Arrested for Attacking Citizens and Police with a Knife

A 25-year-old man was arrested in Limassol following reports of a series of serious offenses, including motorcycle theft, assault, threats, carrying a knife and attacking a police officer. According to the Police, the suspect was spotted pushing a stolen motorcycle and attacked the owner and a friend of his with a knife when they tried to stop him. During the arrest, the 25-year-old also attacked police officers, resulting in his immobilization and re-arrest. A knife was found and confiscated in his possession. The Limassol District Court issued a four-day detention order for the suspect, while the Police continue their investigations to determine the full extent of his offenses.