limassol roundabout — limassol roundabout — A minor was arrested late on Wednesday night after fires were lit at a roundabout in Limassol. The incident occurred following reports that a group of youths was seen carrying debris to the site.
- One of the patrol officers chased after the fleeing individuals and successfully apprehended one, later identified as a minor. The youth was arrested for committing an offence in flagrante delicto.
At approximately 11pm, police received information indicating that several young individuals were collecting discarded materials, seemingly with the intent to ignite a fire. Officers promptly responded, dispatching a patrol vehicle to the location.
Upon arrival, authorities discovered two separate fires burning at the roundabout. A group of youths was also present, but they fled the scene in various directions upon noticing the police’s approach.
One of the patrol officers chased after the fleeing individuals and successfully apprehended one, later identified as a minor. The youth was arrested for committing an offence in flagrante delicto.
Following the arrest, the minor was taken to a police station for questioning. There, he was formally charged in writing, with his parents, a lawyer, and a probation officer present during the process.
After the proceedings, the minor was released and is expected to appear in court at a later date. The police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fires and the involvement of other individuals.
