Gunman Opens Fire at Limassol Investment Firm: Report

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. “We are actively investigating
and collecting all available evidence,” a police spokesperson told the media publication.

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.

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. “We are actively investigating
and collecting all available evidence,” a police spokesperson told the media publication.

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.

This post is originally published on FINANCEMAGNATES.

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