On Wednesday afternoon, Larnaca authorities responded to a hostage situation in an apartment building involving an African man.
The investigation reveals that the suspect held two women against their will. He threatened them with a knife, alarming local residents. A neighbor alerted the police, who quickly secured the area.
Negotiators were called in and handled the situation carefully, ensuring both women were released safely. The women were taken to the hospital as a precaution due to minor injuries. The man was arrested and is currently detained. Early reports suggest he cannot clearly explain what happened. Larnaca CID is still investigating to find out more about the incident.
