Police in Cyprus are investigating a serious crime. They found videos showing violence in a casino in Pyla. The videos show people being tortured. At least seven people were hurt. Police think the criminals wanted money. They also wanted people to confess to things. This news has made people in the area worried. Police are looking for more people involved.
The police department in Larnaca is leading the case. A 48-year-old man from Cyprus is accused of being the leader. Four foreign men are also accused. They are on trial for a crime plan. This plan included violence and taking money. A 27-year-old man from Palestine is in jail. He is linked to the torture. Police are also looking for another foreign man. He might be involved in the torture and a shooting.
The videos were found on the 48-year-old suspect's phone. They were filmed in 2025. Police are looking at over 3,000 photos and videos. The torture happened in a room in the casino. It was called a "hell office." Victims were hit with objects. They were also threatened with knives. Police think the goal was to get money. Or, they wanted victims to admit to things against the leader.
The criminal group did other bad things too. The 48-year-old man is also accused of a shooting. This happened in Larnaca on January 17th. He is also accused of attacking someone in Pyla. His car was burned a few months ago. He said it was a plot against him. The group also offered protection to nightclubs. They charged a lot of money for this.
The suspects appeared in court. They will stay in jail for eight days. This helps the police investigation. The charges are serious. They include planning crimes, having guns, and hurting people. The videos and the complex case mean more work for police. More arrests might happen. This case shows a dark side of crime in the Larnaca area. Police need to stay alert.