Armed robbery at Ayia Napa kiosk under investigation

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Police are investigating a robbery that took place in the early hours of Monday at a kiosk in Ayia Napa, where a man reportedly threatened a staff member with a firearm.

According to the Police Communication Branch, the incident occurred at approximately 1:15am on Monday, 11 August, when a man entered a kiosk in Ayia Napa and stole various products.

The 37-year-old female employee attempted to follow the man as he left the premises, in an effort to stop him. However, the suspect had already entered a car and, according to preliminary reports, brandished a gun to deter her.

Faced with the apparent threat, the woman returned to the kiosk to protect herself. No injuries were reported.

The case is currently under investigation by the Famagusta District Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

Source: CNA

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