A 35-year-old Egyptian man has died in Cyprus following a violent fight with another prisoner, leading to a major murder investigation. The incident happened on Sunday night at the Central Prisons. A 30-year-old Greek Cypriot inmate has been arrested because police suspect he planned the killing. The victim was taken to a private hospital in Nicosia but died from his injuries.
The fight started in Wing 4 of the high-security prison, where both men were living. According to police information given in court, a simple argument quickly became physical. The suspect has told investigators that he had a dispute with the victim and then hit him. The exact reason for their argument is still unclear. Police are now investigating several possibilities, including personal problems or tensions between different groups within the prison.
After the fight, the Egyptian prisoner had a clear injury below his left eye. He walked to a guards' office but collapsed about ten minutes later. He received immediate medical help inside the prison before an ambulance took him to the hospital. An autopsy will be done to confirm the exact cause of death. There are also reports that the victim may have had an unknown substance sprayed on him during the attack.
The police investigation is now extensive. Officers are studying CCTV footage from the prison wing and have taken statements from many witnesses. They plan to speak to at least thirty more people. Forensic experts are carefully examining the scene to understand exactly what happened.
On Tuesday, a court agreed that the suspect should be held for eight more days. The court explained this decision by stating the crime is very serious and they must protect the investigation from any interference at this early stage.
This event has raised serious questions about safety and the treatment of people in the prison system. It shows the ongoing difficulty of managing prison environments and preventing violence between inmates. Prison authorities are expected to review their supervision and conflict management procedures. As the police continue their work, this case highlights the dangerous realities of life in prison and the complicated relationships that exist there.