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New Year's Eve-like Scenes in Larnaca: Fireworks Thrown at Police

Published March 28, 2026, 09:12
New Year's Eve-like Scenes in Larnaca: Fireworks Thrown at Police

A serious incident occurred in Larnaca as unknown individuals attacked the Police with fireworks. Prior to the attack, a fire had been set in a trash can in front of the church of Saints Auxentios and Eustathios. Upon the arrival of the police, perpetrators launched fireworks at the patrol car, without causing any injuries or damage. The fire department rushed to extinguish the fire. The Police are conducting investigations to identify and arrest the perpetrators. The incident occurred during a period of increased tension in anticipation of Easter.