Police arrest six individuals including game warden during Limassol operation

On the night of August 13-14, 2026, the Limassol Police Department and the Multipurpose Special Police Squad (MMAD) conducted a coordinated operation to combat crime and youth delinquency, resulting in the arrest of six individuals. Among those detained was a 46-year-old game warden, who was found in possession of a knife, a pepper spray canister, and, according to initial Cyprus Times reports, a quantity of cannabis.

Other arrests included two men, aged 31 and 36, caught with burglary tools, class A and B narcotics, and driving an unregistered vehicle without an inspection certificate. Additionally, a 19-year-old was arrested for traffic offenses and possessing controlled class B pharmaceutical substances, while a 31-year-old woman was detained for carrying a knife. A sixth individual was arrested on outstanding fine warrants. Police also issued 15 citations for various traffic violations during rural and secondary road patrols.

While sources like Philenews and AlphaNews report six total arrests, local authorities continue to process the legal proceedings for all suspects. Investigations into the various charges, ranging from narcotics possession to carrying prohibited weapons, are ongoing.