The wife of Paphos Mayor Phedon Phedonos has formally requested that Cyprus Police terminate an ex-officio investigation into her husband regarding allegations of physical assault.
Police spokesperson Christodoulos Konsolos confirmed on Friday that the force had received a letter from Louiza Andreou. Speaking to Omega TV, Konsolos stated that the document is currently being reviewed by investigators. Sources close to Andreou indicated she has also requested that authorities issue a formal public statement confirming the cessation of the enquiry.
The investigation was launched ex-officio by police on 25 January 2026, following reports circulating on social media concerning an alleged incident of domestic violence. Phedonos, known for his vocal stance against corruption, initially stated that he welcomed the investigation to clear his name.
The Ministry of Interior has also intervened, seeking a briefing from the Chief of Police on the nature of the allegations. A letter sent by the Ministry’s Director General on 26 January requested specific details of the probe to inform Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou.
The government’s enquiry aims to determine whether the nature of the alleged offences warrants the activation of Article 113 of the 2022 Law on Municipalities. Under this provision, a mayor may be placed on administrative leave or suspended from duty if they are under investigation for serious misconduct.
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