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Larnaca Shocking Case: Investigation into Possible Accidental Drug Consumption

Published January 5, 2026, 11:12
Larnaca Shocking Case: Investigation into Possible Accidental Drug Consumption

Investigations are underway in Larnaca regarding the death of a 78-year-old man and the poisoning of four other individuals, including his wife. All consumed water from the same refrigerator. Authorities are investigating the possibility of accidental consumption of a narcotic or chemical substance. The son of the deceased, who has previously been involved with the YKAN (Cyprus Drug and Customs Enforcement Agency) in a drug-related case and is currently in custody, is at the center of the investigation. The victims exhibited symptoms such as fainting, nausea, and foaming at the mouth. One of the hospitalized individuals, a neighbor of the family, is in critical condition in the ICU. Results from toxicological and hematological tests are expected to determine the exact substance that caused the health issues.