A public outcry emerged in Cyprus after a video circulated on TikTok showing individuals encouraging a person with Down syndrome to perform indecent acts during a live stream. The incident, which prompted widespread condemnation from organizations including the Cyprus Confederation of Organizations of the Disabled (KYSOTA) and the Commission for the Protection of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities, was flagged as a severe violation of human dignity and a form of abuse. Concerns were raised regarding the police response, as the initial complaint was filed on June 1, 2026, yet no progress was reported for nearly two months.

Following intensified public pressure and criticism regarding the delay, the police Cybercrime Subdirectorate escalated the investigation. On July 23, 2026, authorities announced the arrest of two individuals based on judicial warrants secured after a review of the evidence. The suspects are scheduled to appear in court to face custody proceedings. Police continue to investigate the case, urging the public to stop sharing the offensive material to protect the victim's privacy and dignity.