Police in Limassol address two separate incidents involving youth disturbances

In the early hours of October 15, 2026, police in Limassol arrested 11 men, aged 19 to 24, following a clash on Megalou Alexandrou Street in the Mesa Geitonia area. Officers arrived at the scene around 1:20 a.m. to find a group of 10 to 15 individuals engaged in a heated argument, with two participants suffering facial injuries. Upon processing the group at the Limassol Minor Offences Department, authorities discovered that five of the men were residing illegally in the Republic of Cyprus, leading to additional charges. Officials believe financial disputes may have triggered the altercation.

In a separate incident on October 16, 2026, police in Agios Athanasios arrested seven individuals aged 16 to 19 for allegedly harassing food delivery workers. Officers intercepted two vehicles on Anoikodomiseos Street after the group was observed defacing billboards with spray paint. A search revealed 12 spray paint cans and a wooden bat. The suspects face charges including malicious damage, possession of an offensive weapon, and various traffic offenses, as the 16-year-old driver lacked a license and insurance. All seven were charged in writing and released, pending court summons, while investigations continue.