Third suspect arrested in connection with Paphos arson series

On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, Paphos CID officers arrested a 22-year-old man under a court warrant regarding a series of arson attacks in the Paphos district. The investigation covers four incidents occurring between March and April 2026. These include the arson of a car on March 25, the burning of a building on April 4, a second car arson on April 6, and an attempted building arson on April 15. Previously, on April 15, 2026, two other individuals—a 41-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman—were arrested in relation to the same case. Paphos CID continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding these crimes. While source reports on the specific arrest date vary, the suspect remains in custody pending further legal proceedings.