Authorities have made a fourth arrest as part of Operation Aegis, a large-scale police operation targeting organised crime, while two additional individuals remain wanted.
Fourth suspect arrested
Police said a 32-year-old man was arrested as part of the ongoing investigation, bringing the total number of suspects in custody to four.
The arrested individuals, aged 32, 36, 48 and 70, are expected to appear before the Nicosia District Court on Wednesday, where police will seek detention orders to facilitate further investigations.
Serious offences under investigation
The case emerged from Operation Aegis, conducted on November 10 by the Directorate for Combating Organised Crime (DAOE) following the assessment of intelligence and operational information.
The four suspects are being investigated in connection with a number of serious offences, including:
- Conspiracy to commit murder
- Conspiracy to commit a felony
- Illegal possession and transportation of explosives
- Participation in a criminal organisation
- Money laundering
- Offences relating to entry into the Republic through a prohibited port
- Remaining in the Republic as a prohibited immigrant
The allegations are under investigation and have not been tested before a court.
Two individuals still wanted
Police said two further individuals remain wanted in connection with the case.
According to authorities, the four arrested men are individuals who had previously come to the attention of police in connection with other serious cases.
Investigations by the Directorate for Combating Organised Crime are continuing.
