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Five Suspects Arrested in Larnaca Shooting

Published January 19, 2026, 21:08
Five Suspects Arrested in Larnaca Shooting

Police have arrested five of the eight suspects involved in a bloody shooting incident in Larnaca. The arrests were made after the details of the wanted persons were released and authorities continue to search for the remaining three. The five men are expected to appear in court tomorrow to issue an arrest warrant. The case concerns serious offenses, such as conspiracy, illegal possession of weapons and explosives, extortion, assault causing grievous bodily harm and inciting terror. According to police evidence, the incident was triggered by an attempt to extort money for protection from organized crime, initially demanding €7,000 and then €1,000 per month.