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Nicosia: 19-Year-Old Arrested for Attempted Murder - 85-Year-Old Seriously Ill

Published December 30, 2025, 16:14
Nicosia: 19-Year-Old Arrested for Attempted Murder - 85-Year-Old Seriously Ill

A 19-year-old has been arrested by the Police in connection with an attempted murder and robbery that took place on December 20, 2025, in the province of Nicosia. According to the complaint, the 85-year-old was attacked in his home by an unknown perpetrator, who then stole a sum of money. The elderly man remains hospitalized in serious condition at the Nicosia General Hospital. The case is being investigated by the Morphou TAE, while authorities continue their investigations to clarify all aspects of the incident. The incident caused unrest in the local community, with reports of the terror experienced by the 85-year-old.