Police officer shoots wife and dies by suicide in Limassol

On the morning of June 30, 2026, a violent incident occurred at a residence in Limassol, Cyprus, involving a police officer and his wife. Authorities received reports of the shooting shortly before 7:00 a.m. Initial investigations indicate the officer used his service weapon to shoot his wife before taking his own life. One person was found dead at the scene, while the woman was discovered injured and transported to a hospital for treatment. Sources differ on the exact location, with one report citing the Zakaki area and another the Monovolikou area. Police have cordoned off the scene to conduct a forensic investigation. The Limassol Criminal Investigation Department is leading the inquiry to clarify the circumstances of the event.