High-tech remote hearing held for Xylofagou child negligence case

On July 29, 2026, the trial of a 30-year-old man accused of negligence in connection with the deaths of his two children in Xylofagou took place at the Dhekelia Court using a remote, multi-point video conferencing system. The proceedings were conducted entirely via digital connection, with the judge presiding from England and the defendant’s legal counsel participating from his office in Larnaca.

The defendant, who is currently being held at the Sovereign Base Areas prison, attended the session via a live video link accompanied by a Bulgarian-language interpreter. The only person physically present in the courtroom was the representative of the Prosecution. Authorities stated that this high-tech format is being utilized to significantly reduce costs and save time during judicial proceedings.

The case centers on charges of negligence following the tragic incident involving the defendant's two children. The court proceedings will continue to monitor the evidence and arguments as the legal process moves forward under this remote framework.