Cyprus Times

Twist in Poinikouda Double Murder: 22-Year-Old Now Considered Principal Perpetrator

Published January 10, 2026, 18:05
Twist in Poinikouda Double Murder: 22-Year-Old Now Considered Principal Perpetrator

Significant developments are unfolding in the case of the double murder in Poinikouda, with the investigating magistrate now attributing the role of the principal perpetrator to the 22-year-old who initially presented himself as an accomplice. Despite the 22-year-old's initial denial of entering the crime scene, new evidence appears to directly implicate him. His lawyers requested a deadline to study the case file, which includes a massive amount of data (approximately 600 gigabytes). Simultaneously, the second 22-year-old, initially considered the principal perpetrator, is now treated as an accomplice and is expected to provide additional testimony. The case remains under investigation, and the defense faces challenges due to the limited time and the large volume of evidence.