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Teenager Arrested for Shooting in Occupied Nicosia - 2 Injured

Published January 8, 2026, 10:16
Teenager Arrested for Shooting in Occupied Nicosia - 2 Injured

An armed attack took place in occupied Nicosia, in the Küçük Kaymaklı area, targeting a car showroom. Two people were injured in the shooting and taken to hospital for medical treatment. The police of the occupied territories arrested a 16-year-old suspect in connection with the attack. The arrest of a minor for such a serious act has caused great concern in the occupied territories. Citizens and organizations express fears about the involvement of minors in circuits of violence and illegality, as well as the general increase in crime. The attack took place in a crowded area, increasing anxiety. The 16-year-old was arrested inside a pastry shop, where he was having a meal. During the arrest, police found two pistols in his possession, which were confiscated for further investigation. Ballistic tests will determine whether the weapons were used in the attack. Incidents of armed attacks and 'contracts of death' have increased in recent years in the occupied territories, creating a climate of insecurity. The age of the suspect in the present case intensifies concern and the need for effective crime prevention and protection of minors.