A mother and her partner have been found guilty in a child sexual abuse conviction case that has shocked the public, as Cyprus continues to see a rise in offences against minors. The Limassol criminal court on Tuesday convicted a 36-year-old man and the 34-year-old mother for serious crimes committed against the woman’s underage daughter over a period of four years.
The 36-year-old was found guilty on 16 charges, while the mother was convicted on two counts: interference in judicial proceedings and failure to report suspicion.
According to the court’s findings, the abuse took place between 2019 and 2022, with the defendant exploiting the position of trust and authority he held over the child to commit acts of sexual abuse. Court documents further state that when the girl asked him to stop, he told her the behaviour was “normal” and that “everyone does it.”
The case came to light after the minor disclosed the abuse during a meeting with an educational psychologist. The psychologist activated the child protection protocol, informing both the girl’s father and the police.
The child sexual abuse conviction has sparked renewed public anger, with calls for strong sentencing and more robust protection mechanisms for minors. The penalty will be announced at a later hearing.
This ruling highlights ongoing concerns regarding the rise in offences against children and the urgent need for prevention, early detection and consistent support for victims throughout the judicial process. The court stressed the gravity of the offences and the long-term impact on the victim’s wellbeing.
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