A 42-year-old man was arrested in Paphos early Tuesday morning after a police pursuit and charged with a series of offences, including theft, possession of stolen property, burglary tools, narcotics, and weapons.
Police said the man was suspected of stealing construction tools worth €3,510 from a site in Geroskipou between May 19 and July 7.
A car registered to him was found abandoned at the scene, and the tools were recovered.
The suspect was spotted driving in Paphos at 1 a.m. on Tuesday and fled when police tried to stop him. He crashed his car and was arrested after a foot chase.
Police found a small quantity of drugs, two knives, and burglary tools in his possession. He also tested positive for drugs.
The man is being held in custody as the investigation continues.
