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Man Arrested for Arson in Nicosia

Published February 17, 2026, 09:14
Man Arrested for Arson in Nicosia

A 40-year-old man from Nicosia has been arrested and detained under a court warrant in connection with a building arson case in the same city. The case concerns reports of a fire that broke out in a building in the morning, which was extinguished by residents before the arrival of the Fire Service. Investigations at the scene revealed that the fire was deliberately started using flammable material and caused minor property damage. The investigation led to testimony implicating the 40-year-old man, who was brought before a court and remanded in custody for seven days for further investigation. Police are continuing their investigation to fully clarify the circumstances of the arson and determine the perpetrator's motives.