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15.11.2026
CYPRUS POLICE
11:23

Vehicle arson in larnaca: Betting agency owner arrested—what were his motives?

He was placed in custody for five days
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Before the Larnaca District Court, which issued a five-day detention order against him, to facilitate investigations into the offenses of conspiracy to commit a felony and arson, a 55-year-old betting agency owner appeared today.

Police arrested him yesterday as a suspect in two vehicle arson cases that occurred in Larnaca between November 1 and 12. 

READ ALSO: Vehicle Arson: 55-Year-Old Arrested in Larnaca in Connection with Two Cases | AlphaNews

According to the head of the Larnaca Criminal Investigation Department, Giorgos Charalambous, the arrest took place on November 14, based on witness testimony and following an evaluation of intelligence, during a coordinated operation.

According to Mr. Charalambous, the motives for the crimes appear to be personal and vindictive.

The Larnaca CID is continuing its investigation.

Source: CNA

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