An explosion occurred at a tavern in Pyrgos, Limassol, in the early hours of Wednesday and the police have cordoned off the area pending investigations.

The explosion happened at ‘Kostas and Maria’ tavern at 3.17am, damaging the entrance and interior.

A food delivery driver was attacked in the early hours of Wednesday in Limassol.

The 22-year-old driver told the police that at around 3am, when riding a bicycle on Ayia Phylaxeos street to deliver an order, he was approached by four individuals on two black motorcycles.

One of the individuals punched the driver’s helmet.

The perpetrators then snatched the driver’s wallet and fled in an unknown direction.

Police investigations are ongoing.

Eight people were arrested during overnight police operations for car arson, illegal residence, drink driving, illegal possession of property and circulation of false documents.

The police pulled over vehicles and checked 876 drivers and 216 passengers, resulting in 387 reports for various traffic offences, including 96 for speeding, 13 for drink driving and four for using drugs. Seven vehicles were impounded.

Furthermore, the police raided 38 premises and filed one report.

A 22-year-old was arrested on Tuesday in connection with the fire in a vehicle on October 23 in Frenaros.

The police said on Wednesday that the man will be taken before the Famagusta district court for a remand order.

The car caught fire in the yard of its owner’s home in Frenaros at around 5.30am on October 23.

Police investigations are ongoing.

The police warned motorists on Wednesday morning that heavy rainfall in the area of Kofinou is affecting visibility.

In a press release, the police urged drivers to be particularly careful, drive slowly and keep a safe distance from vehicles ahead.

Drivers are also advised to stay updated on the weather and follow police advice.