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Man Dies, Four Hospitalized After Drinking Water from Cooler in Larnaca

Published January 5, 2026, 10:19
Man Dies, Four Hospitalized After Drinking Water from Cooler in Larnaca

A 78-year-old man has died and four people have been hospitalized in serious condition after consuming water from a cooler at a residence in Larnaca. Police are conducting intensive investigations, examining the possibility of narcotics or other toxic substances being present in the water. The son of the deceased, who was arrested on December 28th for drug possession, remains in custody. An autopsy on the 78-year-old's body and water analysis from the State Chemistry are expected to provide further information regarding the cause of death and illness. The deceased's wife and two relatives are also hospitalized.