New report mostly positive on Gesy
The latest evaluation report on Cyprus’ national health scheme Gesy stated that in the past three years, direct healthcare expenses for patients were reduced from 50 to around 15 per cent.
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33-year-old alleged mastermind of Larnaca drug ring
The Drug Enforcement Agency in Larnaca has arrested five individuals, including a mother and son, in connection to a criminal gang trafficking large quantities of cocaine and cannabis. The 33-year-old suspect is believed to be the mastermind behind the operation. The investigation is ongoing to determine the source of the drugs and if there are other members involved in the trafficking network.
Law Office reviews cases of Russian sanctions breach
The Law Office reviewed over 40 cases involving potential violations of US economic sanctions against Russian businessmen. Three cases have been completed, including one involving Russian magnate Alexey Mordashov. Indictments will soon be prepared for some cases, with investigations at an advanced stage. The decision to prosecute will depend on whether the violation occurred during a grace period or after the publication of sanctions in the Official Gazette. Some individuals may not have been aware of their inclusion in the sanctions until their announcement. Experts from the FBI recently visited Cyprus for guidance on investigating sanctions-related cases.
Ten people taken to the station after deadly Limassol migrant raid
Ten people were taken to the station by the police in Limassol after a migrant raid resulted in the death of one man and the serious injury of another. Nine individuals were found living in one apartment, where two men tried to escape during an immigration check. One man died after jumping from a bedroom window, while the other was seriously injured after jumping from a balcony. All individuals were undocumented migrants from Bangladesh. The Limassol Crime Investigation Department is handling the case, with investigations ongoing.
Police arrest two men in Paphos for car arson case
Fact: Two persons, aged 26 and 23, were arrested in Paphos for an investigated car arson case, along with a 19-year-old Paphos resident who was previously arrested for the same case.
Immigration police bust Peyia restaurant
Fact: A 28-year-old man was arrested in Paphos for illegal employment, and his 42-year-old employer was also accused in the case.
‘Govt not interfering in monastery scandal investigations’
The government rejected accusations of efforts to spare Tamassos Bishop Isaias of any criminal charges amid ongoing investigations of a major scandal surrounding the Osiou Avakoum monastery.
Patient allegedly beaten at Athalassa hospital
Fact: A 30-year-old man was beaten up by nursing staff at the Athalassa psychiatric hospital after he kicked a bin.
Paphos drug-influenced joyride ends in arrest
A 42-year-old woman from a village in Paphos stole her neighbor’s car and was driving around under the influence of narcotics. She was quickly located and arrested after being found with cannabis in her possession and testing positive in a drug test.
Third arrest made in Larnaca drugs case
Fact: Police made a third arrest in the case of a large quantity of narcotics discovered and seized in Larnaca.