Cypriot Paralympian Maria Markou's home broken into and scooter stolen during Commonwealth Games
Cypriot para powerlifting Paralympian Maria Markou has reported a break-in at her home in Limassol while she was abroad representing Cyprus at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. An unknown individual attempted to enter her Agios Spyridonas property twice, managing to gain access the second time and steal her scooter. Markou shared photos and videos of the suspect, urging the public to help identify the perpetrator.
Markou, who is also Cyprus’s baton bearer for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, expressed concern about repeated break-in attempts in her neighborhood and the lack of meaningful protection for residents. She highlighted the distressing impact of the theft, especially as a person with a disability, emphasizing the fear that the situation could happen to others who are vulnerable.
Calling for community vigilance, Markou urged people to share her appeal widely to help bring the culprit to justice. She stressed the importance of collective safety and condemned the apparent impunity surrounding such incidents, warning that any home could be targeted next.
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