The disappearance of a 61-year-old woman in Limassol is now being treated as a criminal investigation following examinations and inquiries carried out by police.
According to information obtained during the investigation, evidence emerged that led authorities to secure an arrest warrant against a specific individual. A 43-year-old Syrian man was located and arrested on Thursday night.
The suspect is due to appear before the Limassol District Court, where police will seek a detention order to facilitate ongoing investigations.
The latest information indicates that the 61-year-old woman's vehicle has been found, while the suspect has so far given accounts containing significant contradictions.
The Limassol Criminal Investigation Department is handling the case. Investigations are continuing, with detectives gathering witness statements and evidence to determine the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.
The woman's disappearance was reported to police by a friend on 28 October 2026. According to the report, she had been unjustifiably absent from her home in Limassol since 23 October 2026.
