Police identify suspect for Limassol murder

POLICE have launched a manhunt for a 30-year-old man in connection with the brutal slaying of a 63-year-old in Limassol two weeks ago.

Lakis Ioannides, a retired pharmacist, was found dead in his home on the morning of August 12.

He was found half-naked and strangled on his bed.

Ioannides was attacked before being strangled with what police suspect was either a wire or a length of rope.

The wanted man is described as 30 years of age, about 1.80m tall, dark hair and of moderate build.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts should contact their nearest police precinct or call the Citizens hotline at 1460.

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