Cyclist arrested after assaulting police and attempting to flee in Limassol
A 33-year-old man was arrested in Limassol after allegedly failing to stop for police, attempting to flee and assaulting officers, while found in possession of drugs.
The incident occurred on Saturday evening at around 7.30pm, when police officers on patrol signalled a cyclist to stop for a check.
According to police, “as soon as the cyclist noticed the officers, he tried to escape”, initially fleeing on his bicycle before falling and continuing on foot.
Officers pursued and stopped the suspect a short distance away.
Police said that “he attacked and pushed the officers”, who then managed to restrain and arrest him on the spot for assaulting a police officer and resisting lawful arrest.
A subsequent search led to the discovery of multiple quantities of drugs and cash.
Police said the suspect was found in possession of “26 packages containing cannabis, with a gross weight of 20 grams, 19 packages containing methamphetamine, with a gross weight of 9 grams, and a sum of €442”.
Following the discovery, the man was remanded on suspicion of illegal possession of drugs with intent to supply.
He was taken into custody to assist with ongoing investigations.
Authorities confirmed that inquiries are continuing, with the case being handled by the Limassol police.