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Police looking for Larnaca man over weapons found

In-Cyprus · 2026-07-16

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• What happened: Police in Larnaca are searching for 38-year-old Charalambos Antoniou after discovering multiple firearms, including automatic weapons, at his residence during a targeted operation. • Why it matters: The operation is part of ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat organized crime and enhance public safety in the region. • What to watch next: Authorities will conduct forensic examinations on the seized weapons to determine if they have been involved in any previous criminal activities.

Local CrimeLarnacapoliceTop Newsweapons Police looking for Larnaca man over weapons found 3 3 Relevant News Police looking for Larnaca man over weapons found 16 July 2026 Dust episodes over Europe intensifying due to climate change, Cyprus Institute study finds 16 July 2026 On this day: A plane carrying John F. Kennedy Jr, his wife and her sister crashed, killing all on board in 199 16 July 2026 Natasa Christoforou 16 July 2026 FacebookXWhatsAppEmailPrintViber Crime Investigation Department Larnaca is searching for 38-year-old Charalambos Antoniou in connection with weapons found yesterday afternoon at a house in Larnaca. He is a person who has previously come to Police attention in various cases. Officers found the weapons at his house yesterday afternoon, following the assessment of specific information. During the search, officers found and seized two automatic firearms, a G3 and a Czech-made rifle resembling a Kalashnikov, along with a German-made pistol and a number of cartridges of various calibres. The seized items will be sent for scientific and forensic examination to determine whether they have been used in criminal activity in the past. Police said the operation was part of targeted efforts to combat organised crime and strengthen citizens’ sense of security. Read more: Police seize weapons and ammunition from Larnaca house, suspect wanted Subscribe to our Newsletter Latest News Dust episodes over Europe intensifying due to climate change, Cyprus Institute study finds On this day: A plane carrying John F. Kennedy Jr, his wife and her sister crashed, killing all on board in 199 Rights groups urge Thailand not to deport Chinese journalist to China British father of boy killed in Paphos hotel fall demands release from custody New Delhi tells shipowners not to deploy Indian seafarers on Hormuz routes More than 500 feared dead after boats carrying refugees sink off Myanmar, UN says Father to appear in court over Xylophagou deaths of two boys Follow en.philenews on Google News and be the first to know all the news about Cyprus and the world.

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