A prison officer was injured during a fight between female inmates at the Central Prisons on Sunday evening.
According to police, the female officer went to Ayios Dhometios Police Station to report the incident.
Officer injured while intervening
The officer said she intervened in the altercation to separate the inmates. However, one of the women allegedly attacked and injured her.
She was taken to hospital, where she received first aid.
Investigation underway
The incident is being investigated by the Prisons Department, while the officer is expected to file a formal complaint.
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