Controlled explosion of suspicious item at Kapparis area (updated)

The bomb disposal techs, who went to the tourist area of Kapparis in Paralimni proceeded with a controlled explosion of a suspicious object that was found on the pavement, near a block of flats.

The suspicious item looked like a small waste bag and was spotted by a civilian walking in the area. There were suspicions that it might be an explosive device and for this reason extraordinary measures were taken just in case.

Orders had been given so that the block of flats as well as nearby houses would be evacuated.

Investigations will continue by the bomb disposal techs to ascertain what the suspicious item really was.