**Four More Arrested Over Nea Salamina Fan Riots**
Larnaca, Cyprus – In a significant development regarding the recent riots linked to a Nea Salamina fan event, Larnaca police have arrested four additional individuals, raising the total number of arrests to 12. The latest arrests occurred on Wednesday and included a 27-year-old man and three minors, aged 17, 15, and 14, all of whom are Cypriot nationals.
The unrest took place on August 23 at the Famagusta football stadium in Larnaca, where a group of approximately 30 individuals armed with bats confronted and attacked fans attending the Nea Salamina event. The violent encounter resulted in injuries to three attendees, prompting a swift response from law enforcement.
Following the initial outbreak of violence, police have been actively pursuing leads to apprehend those involved. In addition to the 12 individuals already arrested, authorities have issued arrest warrants for two more suspects, aged 23 and 16, who are still at large. The police are continuing their investigations to identify additional suspects, with approximately 18 individuals having been recorded during the incident.
The 12 arrested individuals are set to appear before the Larnaca district court on Thursday, where police will request their detention as investigations proceed. The situation has raised concerns regarding safety at sporting events and the conduct of fan groups within the region.
As the investigation unfolds, Larnaca police are working diligently to ensure that those responsible for the violence are brought to justice, while also seeking to prevent future incidents of this nature.