A quiet night in Limassol turned into a crime scene when a masked gunman fired seven shots at the offices of an investment company in the Ayios Andreas area, CyprusMail and several other local media houses reported.
The attack, which took place just after midnight, reportedly shattered a glass window while employees were inside. Authorities are now on the hunt for the perpetrator, who escaped on a motorcycle.
The Limassol police were alerted to the incident at approximately 1:00 a.m. According to the report, witnesses reported that a person dressed in dark clothing and wearing a helmet fired multiple rounds before fleeing the scene.
Gunman Opens Fire at Limassol Investment Firm
The gunman is believed to have used a pistol, with investigators recovering seven shell casings from the site. Police have reportedly reviewed CCTV footage that captured the suspect's movements before and after the shooting. Although the attack was swift, authorities are working to track down the individual responsible.
According to the report, the offices targeted belong to a foreign-owned investment firm, but the reason behind the attack remains unknown. No injuries were reported, but the presence of staff in the building raised concerns about potential threats.
Ongoing Forensic Examination
Police have secured the area and are continuing their forensic examination in daylight. As the investigation unfolds, police are calling on the public for any information that could lead to the suspect’s arrest.
Anyone with relevant details is urged to contact authorities. Meanwhile, businesses in the area remain on alert as police intensify their efforts to solve the case. The incident adds to growing concerns over security in the city, with officials emphasizing the importance of swift justice in preventing future attacks.
Interestingly, a similar shooting incident occurred at an office of a marketing agency in Limassol last year, involving unknown perpetrators who also used a motorcycle to commit the crime. According to the law enforcers, unknown individuals arrived on a motorcycle and fired multiple shots at a building near the Municipal Garden.
