Anti-poaching operation in Paphos results in seizures and investigations

On the morning of Friday, October 23, 2026, authorities in the Paphos district conducted coordinated raids on three residential properties as part of an effort to combat illegal hunting. The operation was executed by the Game and Fauna Service in collaboration with the anti-poaching unit of the Rapid Response Motorised Unit (MMAD) under the authority of judicial search warrants.

During the inspections, officials discovered and confiscated 38 cartridges of a banned type, one recently killed hare, and seven plucked wild birds. According to police reports, these items were found at a residence occupied by a 58-year-old man and a 33-year-old man. The suspects were interrogated in writing, and the seized evidence has been submitted for further scientific analysis.

The case is currently being investigated by the Polis Chrysochous Police Station. The Game and Fauna Service stated that it remains committed to conducting targeted operations in cooperation with the police to prevent poaching activities, signaling that further enforcement measures are expected to continue in the region.