Testimony provided in Nicosia District Court regarding the childhood of Stylianos

On October 19, 2026, a teacher provided testimony at the Nicosia District Court concerning the life and school experiences of a student named Stylianos. The witness, identified as S.M., instructed Stylianos during his second and third years of primary school and described the child as remarkably selfless, noting that he would save his own food to share with his siblings despite facing significant personal hardships.

The teacher detailed the challenging living conditions the child endured, noting that Stylianos frequently arrived at school in an unkempt state, wearing dirty, ill-fitting clothes and shoes. The witness reported that the child often suffered from a strong, unpleasant odor that caused social isolation among his peers. The educator emphasized that school staff attempted to provide support to the boy, who was described as a gentle individual who refrained from speaking ill of others. The court proceedings highlight the systemic concerns regarding the child's upbringing and the environmental factors impacting his daily life, as the legal investigation into his background continues.