Four injured in knife attack outside nightclub in Ayia Napa
A 21-year-old Israeli was arrested for attempted murder following a knife attack outside a nightclub in Ayia Napa. Four people are being treated at Ammochostos Hospital.
Israeli arrested for attempted murder in Ayia Napa
A 21-year-old Israeli was arrested for attempted murder following a knife attack outside a nightclub in Ayia Napa in the early hours of Wednesday, according to Cyprus Mail.
Police were called to the scene at approximately 4:30 a.m. following reports of a quarrel outside the establishment. Four injured persons were found at the scene and were transported to Ammochostos General Hospital for treatment.
According to investigations, the 21-year-old and a 22-year-old companion engaged in a verbal altercation with a young Cypriot outside the nightclub. Two security guards intervened to separate them, but the 21-year-old is reported to have produced a knife and wounded both the young Cypriot and the two security guards.
One of the security guards sustained a stab wound to the abdomen and underwent surgical intervention. Authorities announced that his life is no longer in danger, but his condition remains serious. The second guard was wounded with stab wounds to the right shin, while the young Cypriot sustained lighter injuries. The 22-year-old companion is being treated for injuries to the head and face.
During his arrest, the suspect is reported to have insulted police officers and was arrested for disturbing the peace. A knife believed to have been used in the attack was seized at the scene.
The case is being investigated by the Ammochostos Police Department.
Source: Cyprus Mail