Turks release Greek Cypriot

By Andrea Sophocleous

A 50-year-old Greek Cypriot from Yeri who was detained by the Turkish occupation forces on Wednesday was released yesterday.

Andreas Kyriacou was held when he entered the Turkish-occupied area accidentally while driving on the old Nicosia-Limassol road.

According to police, Kyriacou appeared before an illegal court in the north which sentenced him to either one month in jail or a £202 fine.

Kyriacou paid the fine and was released into the hands of United Nations personnel who drove him to Ledra Palace. His car was also returned to him.

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