Violence against women is rising in the north, according to recorded cases presented by 'police authorities' during a discussion of their budget in 'parliament'.
1,024 incidents were reported last year, in addition to 36 cases of sexual crimes against children. Gender attacks have risen to 957 in 2025.
Turkish-Cypriot 'MPs', shared their concerns about criminality beyond gender too, concerning attacks and threats against journalists, as well as other violent crimes.
According to reports in web media, 'police' chief Ali Antalier rejected the argument that the north is unsafe, admitting however to a number of security shortcomings, including both personnel and equipment.
Referring to a recent sweep operation against individuals living 'illegally' in the north, Antalier said it was a necessary 'show of force'.
'MPs' posed a number of other issues pertaining to humanitarian aspects, such as the practice of transporting 'suspects' to 'courts' in handcuffs.
Republican Turkish Party 'MP' and journalist Sami Ozuslu wondered how dozens of undeclared weapons freely enter the north and are used in armed attacks.
He also made particular reference to threats against journalists, including a case where a press member and his family were asked for ransom against their lives.
United Community Democracy Party President Zeki Celer said that security has collapsed in the north, as individuals arrive on a tourist visa and commit crimes. He warned that mafia like practices will be established.
'PM' Unal Ustel claimed that 'security forces' are out there and the fighting crime continues in a determined manner.
Source: CNA