limassol motorway — A businessman was shot dead on the Limassol motorway on Friday morning, sending shockwaves through the local community. The victim, identified as 49-year-old Stavros Demosthenous, was the chairman of Karmiotissa FC and was killed just before 10am while driving his vehicle.
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- Witnesses reported that the assailant was in a car ahead of Demosthenous, which swerved to cut off his vehicle. The perpetrator then opened fire, striking Demosthenous while he was inside his car.
- According to reports from Philenews, a relative was a passenger in Demosthenous' car at the time of the shooting, which adds another layer of complexity to the investigation.
Witnesses reported that the assailant was in a car ahead of Demosthenous, which swerved to cut off his vehicle. The perpetrator then opened fire, striking Demosthenous while he was inside his car.
The violent incident led to a significant police response, resulting in the closure of a section of the motorway from the Ayia Fylaxi roundabout to the Troodos roundabout. Traffic was severely disrupted as investigators worked to piece together the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities are looking into a car that caught fire near Yermasoyia, which may be connected to the murder. This additional detail has raised questions about the motive and the potential involvement of others in the case.
According to reports from Philenews, a relative was a passenger in Demosthenous’ car at the time of the shooting, which adds another layer of complexity to the investigation.
As news of the murder spread, many in the community expressed their disbelief and sorrow. Demosthenous was not only a businessman but also a prominent figure in local sports, making his death all the more impactful.
The police are conducting thorough investigations and have urged anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward. The shocking nature of this crime has left many questioning safety on the roads and the motivations behind such violence.
