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Poisoning Case in Larnaca: Criminal Liability Under Investigation

Published January 9, 2026, 05:00
Poisoning Case in Larnaca: Criminal Liability Under Investigation

A poisoning case with tragic consequences is unfolding in Larnaca, with a 78-year-old man dead and four others hospitalized. The substance found in the water is GBL (gamma-butyrolactone), a chemical used in cleaning products and as a substitute for narcotics. Police are investigating potential criminal liability, awaiting the results of scientific examinations from the victim's body and the hospitalized individuals. Crucial testimonies are expected from the 73-year-old landlady, who changed the water bottle, and her 44-year-old son, who is at the center of the investigation due to involvement in drug cases and a recent arrest for possession of drugs and money. Establishing charges requires scientific proof of the causal link between GBL and the health problems, as well as connecting the 44-year-old to the contamination of the water. All indications suggest this is not a case of intent.