CRIME ROUND UP

 Pafos Live 17 June 2026

The Police are investigating a case of internet fraud, extortion of property with false representations and money laundering.

According to a complaint submitted to the Police by a resident of Paphos, on June 15, 2026, the complainant received a phone call on his mobile phone from an unknown person, who told him that suspicious activities had been detected in his bank account, as a result of which his account had been frozen.

‘THIS TURKEY HAS NO PLACE IN THE EUROPEAN FAMILY' – CYPRIOT MEPs REACT TO REPORT

‘THIS TURKEY HAS NO PLACE IN THE EUROPEAN FAMILY' – CYPRIOT MEPs REACT TO REPORT - Cy Mail 16/6 by Tom Cleaver


Cypriot members of the European parliament on Tuesday took to the floor of the Strasbourg chamber to call for the European Union to treat Turkey as a threat and not as a partner, as MEPs debated the parliament’s annual report on Turkey.

Disy’s Loukas Fourlas began his intervention with a touch of sarcasm, saying, “I welcome the rapporteurs’ attempt to square the circle, to put the words ‘Turkey’ and ‘progress’ in the same sentence”, adding that “it is a very difficult task, because the two words cannot coexist”.

PASYKAF CALLS ON MEN TO MAKE CANCER SCREENING A PRIORITY

    

PASYKAF CALLS ON MEN TO MAKE CANCER SCREENING A PRIORITY - KNews 16/6


Awareness campaign promotes prevention and early diagnosis of prostate, testicular and bladder cancers ahead of Father's Day.



A new awareness campaign focusing on men's cancers has been launched by PASYKAF ahead of Father's Day on June 21, encouraging men to take a more active role in monitoring their health and seeking medical advice when needed.

A REALITY CHECK FOR US CYPRIOTS

A REALITY CHECK FOR US CYPRIOTS  - KNews 17/6 by Thanasis Photiou

The findings of the anti-corruption authority challenge both our blind trust in institutions and our claims that everyone is corrupt.



Yesterday's report by the Independent Authority Against Corruption on the book *Mafia State* is a significant institutional intervention with real substance. At a time when public debate had become trapped between toxicity and exaggeration, this development brings us back to reality in the clearest possible way.

FASHION MEETS HOSPITALITY AS CYPRUS STEPS INTO THE LUXURY SPOTLIGHT

FASHION MEETS HOSPITALITY AS CYPRUS STEPS INTO THE LUXURY SPOTLIGHT - Cy Mail 16/6 by Dina Husseini



The island provides a striking backdrop for an increasing number of campaigns

From its year-round sunshine and Mediterranean coastline to its growing collection of luxury resorts, Cyprus has long attracted visitors looking for an upscale island escape. Increasingly, however, the island is drawing attention from another audience: the international fashion and creative industries.

JOINTLY OWNED BUILDINGS NEED URGENT REFORM, GEORGIADES SAYS

JOINTLY OWNED BUILDINGS NEED URGENT REFORM, GEORGIADES SAYS - Cy Mail 17/6 by Souzana Psara



Cyprus’ new House of Representatives must treat condominium reform as an urgent public safety issue, Cyprus Real Estate Developers Association vice chairman Savvas Georgiades has said, warning that years of delays have left thousands of residents exposed to poor maintenance, weak management and deteriorating buildings.

Among them, he said, the management of jointly owned buildings has now become one of the most pressing, particularly after the developments of recent months, which have shown that the issue “can no longer be left on hold”.

FIRE NEAR ILLEGAL DUMP IN KALLEPIA BURNS TEN HECTARES

FIRE NEAR ILLEGAL DUMP IN KALLEPIA BURNS TEN HECTARES - Cy Mail 17/6 by Rebekah Gregoriades



A fire broke out on Tuesday afternoon in the Paphos district, in a steep area near Kallepia, burning ten hectares of dry grass, wild vegetation and waste materials.

The fire brigade said they received the call at 6.20pm. Four fire engines were sent in and the fire was placed under control at 7.51pm.

The game fund, the Kallepia community council and volunteer groups Atlas and Blue Heart all contributed to the firefighting operation. The air firefighting squadron was put on alert, however aerial assistance was not necessary.

The fire brigade believes the fire started at the side of a rural road, close to an illegal dump.

Between 6am on Tuesday and 6am on Wednesday, the fire brigade responded to 32 calls for help, of which 15 were fires, 14 special services and three false alarms.