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Delivery rider beaten and robbed by three in Limassol

In-Cyprus · 2026-07-09

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• What happened: A 23-year-old food delivery rider was beaten and robbed by three assailants in Limassol, who stole his motorcycle, cash, and mobile phones. • Why it matters: This incident highlights a concerning trend of violence against delivery drivers in Limassol, with police investigating a possible connection to a gang responsible for multiple similar robberies. • What to watch next: Authorities will continue their investigation into the robbery and the potential links to previous attacks on delivery drivers in the area.

Local CrimeLimassolpoliceTop News Delivery rider beaten and robbed by three in Limassol Delivery Rider Beaten And Robbed By Three In Limassol Relevant News Delivery rider beaten and robbed by three in Limassol 9 July 2026 Oil surges, stocks fall as Trump says Iran ceasefire no longer exists 9 July 2026 Trump says Iran contacted him seeking deal after US strikes on the country 9 July 2026 Newsroom 9 July 2026 FacebookXWhatsAppEmailPrintViber Police are investigating a robbery in which three unknown people allegedly attacked a 23-year-old food delivery rider in Limassol yesterday, beating him with sticks before stealing his motorcycle, cash and two mobile phones. According to the details under examination, the 23-year-old was riding his motorcycle in the Kato Polemidia area of Limassol at around 9.50pm when he was approached by three people unknown to him. The men allegedly attacked him and struck him with sticks, before stealing his motorcycle, €100 in cash and two mobile phones in his possession and fleeing the scene. The victim was taken to Limassol General Hospital, where doctors found bruising to his abdomen and right arm. He was discharged after receiving first aid. Police investigations later located the motorcycle abandoned on an open plot of land in Limassol. CID Limassol is continuing its investigation. Yesterday, it was revealed that a gang of young people appears to be behind around the last five robberies targeting food delivery drivers in Limassol. It is unclear if this robbery is part of the same group’s criminal activity. Subscribe to our Newsletter Latest News Oil surges, stocks fall as Trump says Iran ceasefire no longer exists Trump says Iran contacted him seeking deal after US strikes on the country Trump says ceasefire deal with Iran may be “over” and tensions spiral after new strikes Surviving the summer: How to cool off in Cyprus (without a private pool) Do you need to speak Greek to live in Cyprus? 37 degree peak on Thursday, sunnier days to come with Friday We want clear results now Follow en.philenews on Google News and be the first to know all the news about Cyprus and the world.

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