Police thwart murder plot in operation Aigis

On November 10, 2026, the Cyprus Police Directorate for Combating Organised Crime (DAOE) conducted a large-scale operation codenamed 'Aigis', successfully thwarting a planned assassination. Officers arrested three suspects, aged 36, 48, and 70, in Nicosia, who are believed to be linked to a criminal organization. The target of the plot was a well-known individual and former murder convict who had settled in a village in the Limassol district following his release from prison. Initial evidence suggests the suspects intended to detonate a bomb attached to the victim's vehicle due to financial disputes and power struggles over protection rackets.

The suspects face serious charges, including conspiracy to commit murder, illegal possession of explosives, participation in a criminal organization, and money laundering. Authorities are also investigating violations related to illegal entry into the Republic. While three suspects are currently in custody, police are actively seeking three additional individuals, two of whom are reportedly abroad. The investigation remains ongoing as law enforcement agencies work to finalize the case and prepare for court appearances.