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Motorcycle Spotted at Blast Site, Perpetrators Sought – Motive Under Investigation

Published January 9, 2026, 08:12
Motorcycle Spotted at Blast Site, Perpetrators Sought – Motive Under Investigation

Investigations are ongoing into the attack with an explosive device and firecracker against a house in Limassol, in the area of Agios Tychonas. According to testimonies, the perpetrator is said to have used a motorcycle and was wearing a helmet. Investigators are examining closed-circuit television footage from the area to identify the perpetrator and determine the motive for the attack. A 39-year-old Russian national and his wife reside in the house. The scene has been placed under police guard and investigations are continuing at a fast pace. A statement is expected to be taken from the victim in the coming hours, in order to gather more information about the incident. The police are also investigating whether the attack is related to other similar attacks that have occurred recently in Limassol. The case is considered serious and the police are making every effort to arrest the perpetrator and reveal the motive for the attack. The use of a motorcycle suggests a premeditated act and an attempt to conceal the perpetrator's identity.