Police-backed sweep clears caravans from beach seized by motorhomes

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.

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.

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.