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Man Charged in Writing for Theft of Holy Cross in Limassol

Published January 7, 2026, 10:23
Man Charged in Writing for Theft of Holy Cross in Limassol

A 45-year-old man has been charged in writing for the theft of the Holy Cross during the Epiphany ceremony in Limassol. The man was arrested on Tuesday and allegedly admitted to diving into the sea and taking the cross, providing various reasons that are being investigated by the police. The cross, which has no significant monetary value, has been returned to the church authorities. The 45-year-old was released after being charged in writing. The arrest followed police investigations after the cross disappeared during the ceremony. Authorities had launched a search to locate the perpetrator and recover the sacred object.