Pafos Live 2 August 2024
The identity of one of the two murder victims was ascertained, who were found charred, in a burning car, yesterday morning, in the Limassol district. As part of the investigation into the murder case of the two persons, the Police have proceeded with the arrest of two persons, while examinations for the identification of the second victim are ongoing.
The two charred bodies were found in a burning car on a dirt side road of the main road Parekklisia – Kellaki, following information received ten minutes after midnight on Wednesday. A post-mortem examination performed by forensic experts on the two bodies found that the death of the two persons resulted from traumatic brain injury caused by a gunshot.
Police examinations have established the identity of one of the two murder victims. This is Andreas Kouzoupis, aged 39, from Arakapas. Examinations to identify the second victim are ongoing.
Police investigations led today to the arrest of two people, men aged 19 and 23. The two suspects were arrested on Thursday night by members of the police under court warrants issued on the basis of evidence obtained against them.
Update - Filenews
Police now have a clear picture of what exactly happened behind the brutal murder of the two men who were found charred at dawn on Wednesday, in a burning vehicle in the "Litovounos" area of the Limassol district. The investigators of the ICF of Limassol, as Philenews learns, have put together important pieces of the puzzle.
With methodical moves, the investigators of the ICF of Limassol managed to obtain information and testimonies in relation to the perpetrators of the murder, proceeding last night to the arrest of two young persons, aged 19 and 23.
As Philenews is aware, in the hands of the authorities there is CCTV footage of a gas station that records the two suspects shortly before the vehicle was found burned, putting gasoline in a can and a bottle. The vehicle in which they went to the petrol station, according to the same information, is driven by the 19-year-old.
Under interrogation, the two suspects implicate themselves in the double crime and make various allegations. The same information states that the two youths blame each other.
As for their relationship with the 39-year-old Kouzoupis, they seem to have been friendly faces.
The two are expected to be brought before the Limassol District Court at around 10:30 a.m. for a request for detention. It should be noted that in a search of one person's home, a shotgun was located and received as evidence, which is expected to be sent for scientific and other examinations.
The motive behind the murder appears to have been financial differences, but not for a significant amount. As for the location of the double murder, it is estimated to be very close to the scene where the two victims were found charred.
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Filenews
An obvious wound under the jaw is the body of a man found in an apartment in Pallouriotissa.
As shown by the first examinations at the scene, there are traces of blood in various parts of the site. However, for now no one can speak with certainty about the exact causes that led to his death.
The scene will begin to clear after the autopsy that was scheduled to begin around 11:00 and which is carried out by the forensic pathologists of the Republic Angeliki Papetta and Orthodox Orthodox. In addition, investigative work is ongoing.
The body appears to belong to the 59-year-old occupant of the flat, an English national, and was found late on Wednesday night just before midnight. Specifically, the authorities were notified around 23:00 that a stench was emerging from the 59-year-old's apartment and that the tenant had not been seen for 3-4 days.
Members of the Fire Brigade went to the scene and after entering the apartment they found a dead man decomposing. Subsequently, the ICF of Nicosia was notified and undertook the investigation of the case.
Examinations have already been carried out by the ICF of Nicosia. It is established that the 59-year-old had contacts with neighbours. He came from England, was involved in the tourism industry and participated in excursion arrangements to various parts of Cyprus.
His wife was in Cyprus about a month ago. In the apartment there was a broken furniture, however, this damage, according to testimony, was caused by him.
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With a 10-year prison sentence, the curtain has come down on another horrific case of sexual abuse of an underage girl perpetrated by her own brother. What was raised during the hearing held before the Permanent Assize Court of Limassol is horrifying and appalling.
The Court, after finding the 27-year-old defendant, brother of the victim, guilty yesterday (31/7) sentenced him and imposed on him an immediate prison sentence of 10 years.
In closed proceedings, the defendant was found guilty on 28 charges, including rape of a minor, exploitation of a child in violation of Article 2, 10 and 12 of the Combating and Trafficking and Exploitation of Persons, Law 87 (I)2007, where the offence of incest. The defendant did not admit any charges he faced and the case went to a hearing.
The shocking case, with the victim and perpetrator being brothers, and its details are shocking. As philenews wrote in a report on 10/7, the horrific offenses against the victim occurred for two years, in the years 2012 to 2014, when the victim was 9 years old and her accused brother, at the age of 15.
What the underage girl experienced for two years at the hands of her brother causes goosebumps. In its sentencing, the Assize Court found the prosecution witnesses credible, as was the victim, unlike the defence witnesses who were found not to have knowledge of the facts.
The nightmares the victim experienced for two years and at the tender age of 9, from her then 15-year-old brother, she confided during her sessions with a psychologist when she was 18 years old.
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Police arrested three people yesterday as part of an investigation into a case of conspiracy to commit a felony and misdemeanor, theft from a locked box, possession of burglary tools during the night, causing malicious damage and illegal entry into foreign property.
These are two 18-year-olds and a 16-year-old, who are allegedly involved in four cases of violation of coin toys, from premises in the Famagusta district, between the dates 30-31/07/2024, where a total amount of €4,500 was stolen, while damages of €1,500 were caused.
The three suspects were arrested yesterday on court warrants, while interrogators allegedly admitted to committing the above cases and were then released to be summoned before a court.
Ayia Napa Police Station continues the examinations.
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Unknown assailants vandalized the mural by French artist SETH, which adorns the wall of a private property on Strovolos Avenue opposite the municipal palace, the Municipality of Strovolos said in a statement.
As a local authority, the Municipality of Strovolos condemns such behaviours, noting that they not only do not honour anyone but also adversely affect the already burdened schedule of the competent service.
It also calls for respect for art, public spaces and the municipality's effort to promote culture and children's rights.
It is recalled that the project came about in collaboration with the French Institute and the French Embassy, with the aim of promoting children's rights and improving the image of the city. The unveiling of the project took place on July 3, 2024.
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Cyprus Mail
Tobacco products brought illegally from the north were confiscated on Friday in the south by the Customs Department, which charged those arrested a total of €20,000 for unpaid duty and taxes.
During checks at the Ayios Dhometios crossing point in Nicosia, customs stopped a 39-year-old and searched his vehicle.
They found that part of the trunk and back seats had been altered.
Underneath the officers found 43 cartons of 200 cigarettes each, 116 boxes of vapes and 3kg and 650gr of rolling tobacco.
None of the products bore either the warning against smoking in Greek and Turkish or the security tab and barcode, indicating that they were duty free.
The 39-year-old was arrested and his vehicle confiscated.
He was later released, having paid €11,000 as an out-of-court settlement and €500 for his vehicle.
In Peristerona, the vehicle of a 33-year-old was searched. Officers found 88 cartons of 200 cigarettes each, 101 boxes of vapes and 500gr of rolling tobacco, all believed to be duty free.
The driver was arrested and his vehicle confiscated.
He later paid €9,000 for an out-of-court settlement and €500 for his vehicle and was released.
