Police search for 35-year-old man after stabbing of two women in Strovolos
On June 27, 2026, a violent incident occurred in Strovolos, Nicosia, where 35-year-old Syrian national Ahmed Al Zoueid allegedly stabbed his wife and mother-in-law. The suspect fled the scene and remains at large, with police having released his name and photograph to the public. There are conflicting reports regarding the condition of the victims; some sources indicate the injuries are minor, while others report that the women were hospitalized to undergo surgery for multiple wounds. The Cyprus police are investigating the incident as an attempted murder and have requested that anyone with information contact the Nicosia Criminal Investigation Department at 22-802222 or the Citizen's Line at 1460. The suspect was previously sought in February 2026 for domestic violence offenses. The motive for the current attack remains unknown.