vandalism

Police net arrests in Limassol, Famagusta theft crackdown

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Police net arrests in Limassol, Famagusta theft crackdown

Police cracked down on thefts and vandalism in Limassol and Famagusta districts. In Limassol, a 34-year-old man was arrested for handling stolen goods after being found with items stolen from two vehicles. In Famagusta, two teenagers and a 25-year-old man were arrested for possession of burglary tools and linked to a series of thefts from vehicles in Ayia Napa. Another 17-year-old is awaiting a court hearing for theft from a parked car in the same area.

Limassol mosque vandalism being “exploited to create tensions,” says T/C official

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Limassol mosque vandalism being “exploited to create tensions,” says T/C official

Ayhan Mehmet, the representative of Turkish Cypriots in Limassol, clarified that recent vandalism at the Jedit Mosque was not religiously motivated but rather sports-related slogans. The graffiti also affected a nearby Turkish Cypriot cemetery, and Mehmet emphasized that the issue should not be politicized or exploited to create tensions. He refuted accusations of racism and xenophobia against the Greek Cypriot community, stating that similar slogans were found in other establishments in the area.

EVKAF expresses concern over vandalism of Muslim places of worship in Cyprus

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EVKAF expresses concern over vandalism of Muslim places of worship in Cyprus

The Mufti’s Office of Cyprus expressed concern over increasing attacks on Muslim places of worship in Republic-of-Cyprus-controlled areas, particularly after the recent vandalism of the Albanian Mosque in Limassol. They condemned the attack and called for an end to such provocative acts, urging authorities to identify and punish those responsible. The “ministry of foreign affairs” in the occupied north accused the Greek Cypriot side of allowing attacks on mosques in the south to go unpunished, leading to a repetition of such crimes. They called for the perpetrators to be identified and brought to justice.

Limassol mosque vandalism football-related, not hate speech, government says

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Limassol mosque vandalism football-related, not hate speech, government says

The graffiti on a Limassol mosque was not related to racist or religious hate speech but to a football rivalry, according to Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis. He emphasized the Republic of Cyprus’s commitment to religious respect and cultural heritage, with measures in place to facilitate the daily lives of Turkish Cypriots, including access to Muslim monuments. Letymbiotis reassured that no Muslim religious monument has been abandoned or repurposed.

Losing the game with juvenile delinquency

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Losing the game with juvenile delinquency

Increased incidents of juvenile delinquency have been observed recently, especially before and after the Easter holiday. Attacks with fireworks, street battles, car vandalism, and school vandalisms are on the rise, with even an attack on police officers. Some students exhibit extreme forms of delinquency, aggression, and bullying towards classmates and teachers, both in and out of school. The issue requires attention from all involved parties, including the school, Ministry, educators, Parent Associations, and families. A collective effort is needed to address and prevent these behaviors, utilizing research findings and all available means to protect children.

Parents federation condemns school vandalism

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Parents federation condemns school vandalism

Fact: The federation of Larnaca parents associations expressed sadness and indignation over the Holy Saturday vandalism of Livadia’s primary school on Friday.

Child arrested for string of burglaries

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Child arrested for string of burglaries

A 16-year-old child was arrested in connection with a string of break-ins, thefts, car thefts, and cases of vandalism in Nicosia. The child admitted to committing the crimes he is accused of and confessed to three other burglaries and thefts that police had not yet connected him to.

Pupil accused of vandalising Livadia Primary school to testify

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Pupil accused of vandalising Livadia Primary school to testify

A 10-year-old is expected to appear at the Voroklini Police Station with his parents to give a statement regarding his alleged involvement in causing damage at Livadia Primary School on Holy Saturday. The police are also looking for other individuals who may have been involved in the vandalism, which included setting fire to benches and a table, breaking a classroom window, and throwing books and notebooks on the floor. The 10-year-old will be treated according to procedures for minors, as those under 14 years old are not legally responsible.

The brutality of Easter

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The brutality of Easter

Violent Easter traditions such as re-enactments of the crucifixion and resurrection, bonfires, and firecrackers have led to incidents of vandalism, riots, and injuries during the holiday. Despite increased police presence, youths were involved in throwing Molotov cocktails, firecrackers, and stones at authorities, damaging property, and causing chaos in various areas. The use of firecrackers and fireworks by individuals, including parents with children in the car, has raised concerns about societal violence spilling over into other areas.

Disy condemns scuffle involving party member

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Disy condemns scuffle involving party member

– Kyriacou and Andronicou both filed complaints to the police about the fight between them.