criminal justice

Fugitive on the Loose: Convict with Violent Past Escapes

Theodoros Theofanous, a dangerous convict known as ‘kommotis’, escaped while visiting his family in Choletria village, Paphos, raising alarms about prison leave processes. As the manhunt intensifies, with seven officials suspended for oversight failures, the community remains on edge, fearing the potential threat posed by this convicted doublemurderer.

A Harsh Sentence for a Youthful Offender

By Demis Papadopoulos

A 19yearold in Larnaca faced a lifealtering 12year prison sentence for drug trafficking, with 2.623 kilograms of cocaine and 2.733 kilograms of cannabis found in his possession. This severe legal repercussion serves as a stark reminder of the societal and personal consequences of involvement in the illicit drug trade, impacting not only the individual but also his family and community.