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Attempted Murder: 32-Year-Old in Critical Condition After Stabbing in Larnaca

Published January 24, 2026, 06:13

A 32-year-old man is in critical condition at the General Hospital of Larnaca after being stabbed on a street in the city. Police are investigating the circumstances of the attack, which reportedly occurred around 5:15 p.m. yesterday. According to the victim's report, the assailant attacked him and stole his mobile phone. A search of the 32-year-old's apartment revealed and confiscated quantities of drugs, including crystal substance, cannabis, and white powder, as well as two precision scales and €300 in cash. The discovery of the drugs is linked to the investigation of the assault case. The injured man underwent surgery and remains under observation in the hospital's intensive care unit. His condition is unstable and doctors describe him as being in critical condition. Police have not made any arrests at this time. The investigation to locate and arrest the perpetrator is continuing at a rapid pace. Authorities are examining all possible testimonies and evidence to shed light on the case and bring the perpetrator to justice. The area where the attack took place has been searched for clues, but no significant evidence has been found so far.