Fire breaks out at Limassol police facility, one person suffers burns

One person was said to be in a serious condition while six more were being treated for respiratory problems after a fire broke out on Thursday afternoon in the holding wing at Limassol police headquarters.

Reports said one individual – a detainee at the facility – suffered extensive burns. He was transferred to a Nicosia hospital.

Some media outlets suggested the man had set fire to his cell.

The fire spread to the rest of the holding wing, causing widespread damage.