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Murder in Paphos Following Brawl: 41-Year-Old Dead, One Arrest

Published January 18, 2026, 06:04
Murder in Paphos Following Brawl: 41-Year-Old Dead, One Arrest

A 41-year-old man from Bulgaria has died in Paphos after a brawl with an unknown perpetrator. According to the Police, the victim had travelled to the Peyeia area with friends to resolve disputes with the perpetrator. During the altercation, the 30-year-old suspect fatally stabbed the 41-year-old with a knife. The suspect was arrested immediately after the incident and is in custody to facilitate investigations. The Police are investigating all aspects of the case, including the causes of the brawl and the previous relationship between the victim and the suspect. The victim was transported to the hospital, where his death was confirmed. The Police are appealing to anyone with information about the incident to contact the Paphos TAE. The case is being treated as a murder and investigations are continuing at a rapid pace.