The two men who were handcuffed in connection with the attempted robbery of a jewelry store in Larnaca are also suspected of an attempted bank robbery.

According to the police, the two individuals already in custody for the incident at the jewelry store—following testimony secured against them—are also considered suspects in an attempted bank robbery.

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The Larnaca CID is expanding its investigation into both cases.

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