Mother investigated for attempted murder in Limassol poisoning

Police on Friday launched an attempted murder investigation into the alleged poisoning of a seven-year-old boy in Limassol, with the mother suspected of knowingly administering a dangerous dose of sedatives to both the child and herself.

“The police are investigating the case with discretion and sensitivity, in collaboration with the social welfare services,” Limassol police chief Lefteris Kyriakou said.

He added that the case file is expected to be finalised and forwarded to the legal service for review.