Vandalism reported in Paphos following charity event

On August 2, 2026, Acting Mayor of Paphos, Angelos Onisiforou, issued a formal statement condemning widespread vandalism in Kato Paphos. The damage occurred following a charity event that had been officially supported and authorized by the Paphos Municipality.

Authorities discovered extensive graffiti defacing both public and private property throughout the area. Mr. Onisiforou expressed strong indignation, noting that the financial burden of repairing this damage will ultimately fall upon local taxpayers. He emphasized that such behavior is not a form of sports fandom or acceptable self-expression, but rather a lack of respect for the city and its residents. The municipality remains committed to supporting social causes but reiterated that such destructive actions will not be tolerated. The acting mayor concluded by urging citizens to express their passions with respect, stressing that sports should unite, while vandalism only serves to divide the community.