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Man Arrested After Threatening with Knife in Larnaca

Published March 25, 2026, 17:28
Man Arrested After Threatening with Knife in Larnaca

An incident involving threats and a knife took place in an apartment in Larnaca, resulting in the arrest of a man by the Police. The incident began around 3:30 PM when Police received information about a man threatening while shouting from his apartment balcony, possessing a knife. Two women were also present in the apartment, who initially appeared to be threatened. However, according to the Police, the women are safe and were taken to the hospital for precautionary medical examinations. The man, after negotiations with the Police and the intervention of the MMAD, was arrested and taken to the Larnaca TAE offices for further investigation. The Police handled the incident with care, using negotiators and MMAD units to ensure the safety of the women and arrest the suspect without endangering lives. The operation was successful, as the man was arrested and the women are in a safe condition. The authorities continue their investigations to determine the man's motives and the exact circumstances that led to the incident. The precautionary transfer of the women to the hospital indicates the priority given to their health and safety by the Police.