New Arrest in Larnaca Shooting Investigation - 20-Year-Old Detained for Gun Transport

The Larnaca Police have arrested a 20-year-old man as part of the investigation into the shootings that occurred in Larnaca on January 17, 2026. The man was arrested based on a court warrant and is suspected of possessing and transporting a firearm, as well as aiding and abetting after the commission of the offenses. According to information, the 20-year-old, along with another person, helped transport weapons after the clash, on the instructions of a wanted person. The man is a recognized political refugee and is expected to be brought before the Provincial Court to issue an arrest warrant. The police continue their investigations into the case, trying to ascertain all the circumstances and those involved. The arrest of the 20-year-old is a significant step in solving the case, although the investigation is still ongoing. The investigation focuses on revealing the motives behind the shooting and locating the rest of those involved.