Food delivery worker robbed and assaulted in Larnaca

On the night of Tuesday, October 6, 2026, a 49-year-old food delivery worker was the victim of a violent robbery in Larnaca. At approximately 11:20 p.m., while the victim was driving his motorcycle, he was intercepted by a group of about ten hooded individuals who brandished a knife against him. Fearing for his safety, the worker abandoned his motorcycle and fled the scene on foot.

Following the incident, the victim managed to locate his motorcycle in a different part of the city. Nearby, he discovered his delivery bag, which had been set on fire by the assailants. The victim reported that the bag contained an undisclosed amount of cash and several personal documents. Authorities are currently investigating the robbery, as the suspects remain at large.

The Larnaca Criminal Investigation Department (TAE) has launched a formal investigation into the attack. Police are working to identify and apprehend the group of ten suspects responsible for the robbery and the destruction of the victim's property. No arrests have been reported as of the latest update.