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Cyprus road transport department flagged dangerous vehicles, including motorhomes, cars and trucks, and notified the EU Safety Gate system.
A new operation to remove caravans and illegal structures from a beach near the former oil refineries in Larnaca, Cyprus, has begun. Municipal and district crews removed three caravans and dismantled nine illegal shacks and makeshift constructions occupying public space. Asbestos was discovered in one of the structures, requiring specially trained teams in protective suits to handle the hazardous material. The operation follows a final warning issued on July 18 and complements an earlier sweep on a nearby beach, where six caravans were removed after 12 owners complied.
The Larnaca District Administration launched a sweep operation on Thursday morning to relocate motorhomes and demolish wooden shacks on the shoreline, located in front of the fenced area where part of Land of tomorrow will be built. Demolition of the wooden structures has begun; one contains asbestos and will be dismantled by officials in protective gear with safety measures. The issue was highlighted by 'F' last Saturday, showing images of two beaches on the Larnaca-Dhekelia road that were illegally occupied, with no authority taking action. After intervention by Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou, the district administration was instructed to remove motorhomes and shacks. Nine structures, mostly wooden, were built on the Land of tomorrow site, along with three motorhomes that received notices last Tuesday.
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Larnaca authorities removed illegal RVs and makeshift structures from a beach near the Marine Club. After an ultimatum, 12 owners voluntarily removed their vehicles, while 6 were towed and 9 structures demolished.
On Tuesday morning, an operation removed illegal structures and motorhomes from a beach near the Larnaca Nautical Club, where owners had allegedly blocked access to other bathers. Similar action is expected on a neighboring beach with wooden huts built over the water. Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou intervened after weeks of inaction, leading to warning letters on Saturday and the start of motorhome removal on Tuesday. Large stones were placed at the beach entrance to prevent large vehicles from entering.
A sweep operation began Tuesday morning on a beach near the Larnaca Nautical Club, removing caravans that had blocked public access for weeks. By 9am, four caravans had been seized, and large stones were placed at the beach entrance to prevent re-entry of large vehicles. The operation was carried out by the Larnaca District Administration with assistance from the Larnaca Municipality and police, following intervention by Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou.
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On the morning of January 15, 2025, police and Larnaca authorities confiscated four campers on the beach near the Larnaca Yacht Club. Boulders were placed at the entrance. Similar measures are expected on a neighboring beach.
The Cyprus Ministry of Interior instructed the Larnaca District Administration to issue notices to owners of caravans illegally occupying a public beach. On Saturday, 27 notices were served, ordering immediate removal or facing enforcement action.
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Cyprus authorities, with police assistance, removed four illegally parked caravans from a beach near Larnaca yacht club early on July 21. Stone barriers were installed. A similar operation is planned for a nearby beach with wooden huts.
Wooden structures and motorhomes have been illegally placed on a beach next to the Larnaca Nautical Club, effectively turning it into a private area. Larnaca Mayor Andreas Vyras said many complaints have been received about people being prevented from swimming, as well as unsanitary conditions and litter. A similar situation was cleared in 2024, but now authorities are unable to act due to a jurisdictional dispute: the district administration refuses to intervene, claiming the land is private, although the law requires removal of structures within 92 meters of the shoreline.
Police in Iskele arrested two individuals accused of selling a caravan they had received on trust and failing to hand over the proceeds to the owner. The incident occurred in March 2025. Suspects B.Ö. (male, 36) and L.C. (female, 49) are charged with theft of entrusted property. Investigation is ongoing.
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On June 8, 2026, unknown persons broke into three caravans on the coast of Kaplıca, stealing alcohol, soft drinks and household items. Police arrested a 51-year-old man.
On June 8, 2026, in the Kaplıca area of Northern Cyprus, unknown persons broke into three caravans parked by the sea, smashing windows and doors. Stolen items included 21 bottles of alcohol, 16 bottles of soft drinks, and various household and kitchen items. Police arrested a 51-year-old suspect, Y.Ö., in connection with the incident. The investigation is ongoing.
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A caravan fire broke out in the Yedi area of Yedikonuk on February 26 due to a short circuit in a solar power system. The blaze destroyed the caravan and damaged a neighboring modular structure.
A fire broke out in a caravan in the Yedikonuk area of Cyprus. According to preliminary police information, the cause was a short circuit in the wiring of a connected solar power system. The blaze completely destroyed the caravan and all belongings inside, and also spread to an adjacent prefabricated structure, damaging its equipment.
A fire broke out in a caravan in the Yedikonuk area of Cyprus due to a short circuit in the electrical wiring of a solar power system. The blaze completely destroyed the caravan and all its contents, and also damaged an adjacent prefabricated structure, including panels, an inverter, and household appliances.
Cypriot police are investigating an arson attack on three vehicles in Paphos. Around 4:15 am on Saturday, a motorhome, a caravan, and a van parked next to each other in the Ayia Varvara industrial area caught fire. Preliminary investigation indicates the fire was deliberately set in the motorhome using flammable material.
A fire completely destroyed a motorhome and an articulated truck, and damaged a car. The incident occurred early Saturday morning in a fenced area within an industrial zone in Paphos, Cyprus.
A fire destroyed a motorhome and an articulated truck in an industrial area of Paphos. The incident occurred at dawn, and the property belonged to a 62-year-old man. Police and fire services are investigating the cause of the blaze.
A fire in an industrial area of Paphos destroyed several vehicles. An articulated truck, a towed motorhome, and a car, all owned by a 62-year-old man, were completely burned or extensively damaged. Police and fire services arrived at the scene around 4:15 AM and extinguished the blaze. The area remains cordoned off as investigations continue.
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