Escape from Psychiatric Hospital in Cyprus
On Wednesday evening, two patients escaped from the Athalassa Psychiatric Hospital in Cyprus. The individuals were swiftly apprehended.
According to police, the escapees, aged 22 and 27, managed to flee the facility and steal a car before heading toward Paphos.
The escapees were located and safely returned to the psychiatric hospital, thanks to the cooperation of their families, who worked closely with the police.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances of the escape and how the vehicle was stolen.
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Born in 1984 in Russia, in the city of Yekaterinburg (Sverdlovsk region). Since 2023, he has been living in Northern Cyprus. Education: Ural State University (UrGU, now UrFU), Faculty of Journalism. Specialization – journalist (2007). Professional experience: From 2003 to 2023, he worked in…
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