39-year-old man arrested in Larnaca after attacking police officer

On the night of Monday, August 24, 2026, at approximately 23:00, police officers in Larnaca arrested a 39-year-old Iranian national. The incident began when officers discovered the individual lying on the sidewalk in an open area of the city. According to reports, the man appeared to be intoxicated.

Upon noticing the presence of the police, the man began shouting and causing a public disturbance. The situation escalated when he physically attacked a police officer. Consequently, authorities placed him under arrest. The man is now facing charges in relation to the assault on the officer and the public disturbance. The police investigation into the incident is currently ongoing.