Acting mayor of Paphos calls for more police presence after vandalism in Mouttalos

Acting Mayor of Paphos, Angelos Onisiforou, has called for increased police presence and the installation of CCTV cameras following a series of vandalism incidents in the Mouttalos square. On Monday night, unidentified individuals destroyed newly installed Christmas decorations and spray-painted public property, marking the second consecutive night of vandalism in the city.

Onisiforou described the situation as alarming, noting that this is not an isolated event. Local residents have frequently reported issues such as motorcycle races, noise disturbances, damage to public infrastructure, and the burning of garbage bins. The acting mayor highlighted that the municipal authority cannot replace law enforcement and expressed concern over reports from citizens that police response to such complaints has been inadequate.

While the municipality continues its efforts to maintain and upgrade public spaces, the recurrent criminal behavior has prompted a firm demand for official intervention. Onisiforou emphasized that the city government is not responsible for policing and urged authorities to take immediate action to secure the area and address the concerns of the local community.