Police launch manhunt for 19-year-old escapee from Lakatamia detention center
Authorities have launched a manhunt for Medyan Al Shaban, a 19-year-old Syrian national who escaped from police detention facilities in Lakatamia, Nicosia district, on September 25, 2026. The Cyprus Police have publicly released his details to aid in his capture and are investigating the circumstances of the escape.
The escape was discovered early yesterday evening, triggering an immediate response from law enforcement. Preliminary inquiries suggest the detainee may have used a window to flee the premises. Officials are also reviewing past incidents, as this is not the first escape recorded from these detention centers.
Efforts are ongoing to locate the young man and understand how security was compromised. The police appeal to the public to report any information that could assist in apprehending the escapee as investigations continue.
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