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Two Arrested for Facilitating Illegal Entry into Republic of Cyprus

Published March 4, 2026, 14:09
Two Arrested for Facilitating Illegal Entry into Republic of Cyprus

Two men, aged 57 and 27, were arrested in Nicosia in connection with a case of illegal entry into the Republic of Cyprus. The 57-year-old is accused of assisting the 27-year-old, a third-country national, to cross illegally from the occupied territories into the free areas. During the check, the 27-year-old stated that he paid the 57-year-old for his transportation. The 57-year-old attempted to flee but was arrested after resisting. 7,500 euros and 15,475 Turkish lira were found in his possession, the origin of which is being investigated. Both men were detained for six days to investigate the case. Police continue their investigations into the incident.