indecent assault

Tourists reportedly kidnapped, assaulted after meeting man on Limassol beach

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Tourists reportedly kidnapped, assaulted after meeting man on Limassol beach

Limassol Police are investigating a violent incident involving two Latvian tourists who were allegedly lured into a car by a man they met at Pyrgos beach. The women claim they were indecently assaulted and sustained injuries while attempting to escape. One woman suffered a fractured sternum, while the other received treatment for bruising and friction burns. Police are close to identifying the suspect and plan to issue an arrest warrant soon. Charges being considered include kidnapping, indecent assault, grievous bodily harm, and actual bodily harm.

FACTBOX-A history of violent crimes in Australia

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FACTBOX-A history of violent crimes in Australia

An attacker fatally knifed six people in a Sydney mall before being shot dead by police in Bondi. Australia has implemented some of the world’s toughest gun laws following major violent attacks such as the Port Arthur shooting in 1996 and the Melbourne attack in November 2018.

Track coach found guilty of sexual assault of athletes

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Track coach found guilty of sexual assault of athletes

A track coach was found guilty by the Permanent Criminal Court of Nicosia of sexual and indecent assault against former athletes who were minors at the time. The case involved four complaints from former athletes who trained in Larnaca. The coach denied all charges, and the case was concluded after a months-long hearing. The sentencing will be discussed on April 2, with the defendant’s lawyer pleading for mitigation. The case gained attention following a complaint by Cypriot skeet champion Andri Eleftheriou about a different abuse case, leading to public calls for better protection for athletes from sexual predators.