In Northern Cyprus, Geçitkale scrap yard fire: two arrested
Yesterday at noon in Geçitkale, Northern Cyprus, a fire broke out at a scrap yard, resulting in the police detaining two individuals.
According to the police, M.D. (54) and I.Y. (38), while cutting scrap vehicles with an angle grinder, produced sparks that ignited the front seat of one of the vehicles, causing the fire.
Fire brigades, the Forestry Department, the district municipality, and military personnel intervened promptly and brought the fire under control. The fire damaged approximately 200 square meters of dry grass, various scrap materials, and one scrap vehicle.
M.D. and I.Y. were arrested. According to the police, the investigation into the incident continues.
© cyprus-faq.com: when copying this material in full or in part, a link to the source is required.
Only registered users can leave comments. To comment, log in to your account or create a new one →
Author
Cyprus FAQ Editorial Team
These articles are created by our staff using AI assistants.
You may also be interested in:
- Permits for foreigners to purchase real estate in Northern Cyprus continue to grow
- The Gönyeli–Alayköy Municipality reports year-round city cleaning efforts
- A new European research study links ultra-processed foods to an increased risk of mortality
- The Turkish Ministry of Defense congratulated the people of Northern Cyprus on the 42nd anniversary of the proclamation of the TRNC
- Successful deep brain stimulation surgery performed in Northern Cyprus
