baton attack — Three foreign nationals were attacked with a baton around midnight in the Latsi area of Polis Chrysochous, leaving them injured but not seriously harmed.
- Three foreign nationals were attacked with a baton around midnight in the Latsi area of Polis Chrysochous, leaving them injured but not seriously harmed.
The incident unfolded as the trio were riding scooters when a vehicle passed by and struck the lead rider on the head with a baton. This unexpected assault led to a chain reaction; the two scooters following collided with the lead scooter, causing all three riders to lose control.
Emergency services were quick to respond, transporting the injured riders to a nearby hospital for treatment. Fortunately, all three received first aid and were later discharged as their injuries were not severe.
In the aftermath of the attack, the three individuals expressed their confusion to investigators. They reported having no known disputes with anyone and were unable to provide details about the vehicle that had struck them, including its registration number.
Local authorities are currently conducting investigations in the area, seeking potential witnesses and reviewing any available CCTV footage. Their goal is to identify the individuals responsible for the baton attack and ensure safety for the community.
