The Cyprus Police expresses its deep sorrow over the loss of former Police Chief, Tassos Panayiotou, who served the Police Force for 42 years with dedication and integrity.
The deceased joined the ranks of the Cyprus Police in 1964 and served with professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility in various departments, Directorates, and Services of the Police. During his long career, he served, among other posts, in the Public Prosecutor’s Office and the Nicosia Criminal Investigation Department, as Assistant Director of the Cyprus Police Academy, as Assistant Police Director of Limassol, as Commander of the Narcotics Suppression Service (YKAN), and as Police Director of the Crime Prevention Department.
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In February 2002, he assumed the duties of Deputy Chief of Police, and in September of the same year, he was appointed Chief of Police. He served in this position until his retirement in 2006, contributing significantly to the further development and modernization of the Force, leaving his own distinctive mark on the history and evolution of the Cyprus Police.
We extend our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.
His funeral will be held on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., at the Church of Saint Basil in Strovolos. The family will receive condolences starting at 2:00 p.m.
