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Gun Pulled in Larnaca: Man Threatens Passerby, Remains at Large

Published January 19, 2026, 10:21
Gun Pulled in Larnaca: Man Threatens Passerby, Remains at Large

A new incident has caused unrest in Larnaca, Cyprus, just a day after a previous event. An unknown man was seen pulling a gun in a residential area, threatening a passerby. Video footage shows the man pointing the weapon and shouting "Fye, fye tora" in broken Greek. The police are investigating the incident, which occurred on Um Haram Street in Mackenzie around 9 PM. According to authorities, the man appears to have attempted to break into a parked car and was confronted by the owner. The video, obtained by philenews, captures the confrontation and the suspect's shouts. Police are searching for the unknown man for questioning regarding the events. The area quickly gathered onlookers after the shouting began, and police are investigating all aspects of the incident to determine the suspect's motives and ensure public safety.