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Mayor of Ayia Napa Addresses Harassment Allegations

Published January 15, 2026, 15:08
Mayor of Ayia Napa Addresses Harassment Allegations

The Mayor of Ayia Napa, Mr. Christos Zannettou, expressed his condemnation of the incidents of sexual harassment and exploitation of young British workers presented in a Channel 4 documentary. He emphasized that these incidents do not reflect the true image of Ayia Napa, which operates with respect for legality and human rights. The Police have already launched an ex officio investigation into the allegations. The Municipality has informed the relevant Ministries and Authorities, while the Mayor is in contact with the Ministry of Justice and the Chief of Police to investigate the matter and take measures. Mr. Zannettou conveys zero tolerance for such practices.