Police in Paphos apprehended a robbery suspect on Thursday after a dramatic car chase that culminated in warning shots being fired.
- Police in Paphos apprehended a robbery suspect on Thursday after a dramatic car chase that culminated in warning shots being fired.
- In a bid to apprehend him, police officers chased after the suspect, firing warning shots into the air to deter his escape. Their efforts were successful, and he was eventually captured.
- The suspect was subsequently taken to the Paphos Criminal Investigation Department. Authorities confirmed that the vehicle he was driving had been reported stolen from the Limassol district.
The incident unfolded in the Mesogi area when officers attempted to flag down a vehicle driven by a 32-year-old man. According to a police statement, the suspect was wanted in connection with an ongoing robbery investigation.
When the police signalled for the car to stop, the driver accelerated instead, prompting officers to pursue him. The chase escalated as the suspect sped away, leading to a tense situation on the roads.
At one point, police managed to corner the fleeing vehicle. However, the suspect’s car collided with a police patrol vehicle, creating a chaotic scene. Seizing the moment, the suspect exited his vehicle and attempted to flee on foot.
In a bid to apprehend him, police officers chased after the suspect, firing warning shots into the air to deter his escape. Their efforts were successful, and he was eventually captured.
The suspect was subsequently taken to the Paphos Criminal Investigation Department. Authorities confirmed that the vehicle he was driving had been reported stolen from the Limassol district.
