Police vehicle attacked with stones in Larnaca

On the evening of October 27, 2026, a police patrol vehicle in Larnaca, Cyprus, was targeted in an attack involving stones. The officers were responding to a report near the Church of Timios Prodromos when unidentified individuals assaulted the vehicle. The attack caused extensive damage, including a shattered front windshield, though no police officers were injured during the incident.

The Isotita police union strongly condemned the attack, labeling it an extremely dangerous action that could have resulted in a tragedy. The union emphasized that this should not be treated as a minor case of property damage but as a direct assault on law enforcement. According to reports from the Reporter, the emergency call that drew the officers to the location was a hoax.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident and the false report. Police are currently working to identify the perpetrators and bring them to justice. The Isotita union has urged anyone with information regarding the event to contact the relevant authorities, while calling on the state to ensure the safety of police officers performing their duties.