Explosion Hits Residential Building in Strovolos
A powerful explosion rocked a residential building in Strovolos, a suburb of Nicosia, late last night. The blast was caused by an explosive device.
According to police, the alarm was raised shortly after midnight. Preliminary investigations suggest that the bomb detonated inside the home of a 65-year-old woman. Officers quickly arrived at the scene and secured the area.
Forensic experts confirmed that a high-powered explosive device was responsible for the blast. The homeowner was the only person inside at the time of the explosion.
The blast caused significant damage to the building’s entrance and walls, but no injuries have been reported.
The area remains cordoned off as police continue their investigation.
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