The Democratic Rally (DISY) leadership remains locked in crisis talks at Pindarou Street following formal allegations that a Limassol Member of Parliament assaulted his partner during a New Year holiday in Greece. Party officials confirmed they will withhold a final decision until the Law Office evaluates a police request to strip the MP of his parliamentary immunity. Leadership sources emphasised that the party will not show leniency and unconditionally condemns all acts of violence, though they must respect the presumption of innocence while legal proceedings unfold.
The investigation began today, Sunday, 4 January, after a woman reported to Limassol Police that her partner, the MP in question, beat her in a Greek hotel several days ago. She underwent medical examinations immediately after returning to Cyprus and provided a formal statement to the authorities. Under Article 5 of the Criminal Code, Cyprus maintains the power to prosecute citizens for crimes committed abroad, provided the act is a criminal offence in both countries and carries a prison sentence of at least two years.
Limassol CID has already referred the case to the Attorney General, who must now petition the Supreme Court to waive the deputy’s constitutional protection. Without this judicial order, the MP remains shielded from prosecution, arrest, or imprisonment for the duration of his term. DISY is expected to issue a formal statement tomorrow once the Law Office determines the next legal steps in the investigation.