Wanted 42-year-old man arrested after nearly a year

A 42-year-old man wanted by the police for serious offenses committed on July 1 and July 5, 2025, in the Morphou area was arrested on June 15, 2026. The suspect was apprehended shortly before 2:30 p.m. by members of the Nicosia OPE following a judicial warrant. Police had previously released his photograph and personal details to the public on July 9, 2025, and January 22, 2026, to assist with the investigation. The suspect is now in custody, and the investigation is being led by the Morphou Criminal Investigation Department (TAE). Following his arrest, the police have requested that the publication of his personal data be discontinued as it is no longer necessary. No further details regarding the specific nature of the serious offenses have been disclosed at this time.