The Limassol Central Police Station has arrested a 36-year-old man in connection with an ongoing investigation into the theft of tools and materials from a construction site. The man has been taken into custody while the police conduct their inquiries.
The theft was reported to the police yesterday by the person in charge of the under-construction building. Subsequent investigations by the police officers led to the identification of the 36-year-old suspect. A court warrant was issued for his arrest, and he was detained on Tuesday evening.
In response to this recent theft incident and to prevent similar occurrences, the police advise owners and contractors of construction sites to take the following security measures:
- Maintain a detailed inventory of all property items.
- Store property in secure areas, avoiding exposure in open spaces.
- Enhance storage area security with high-quality locks.
- Erect fencing around the construction site.
- Ensure adequate lighting throughout the site.
- Install alarm systems where feasible.
The police urge the public to report any suspicious activity promptly to the nearest police station, the Citizen’s Line at 1460, or by calling 112/199.
