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Man detained in Lefkoşa after spending 2,435 days in Cyprus without permission

03.08.2026 / 13:50
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A.C.Z. was detained in Lefkoşa on suspicion of illegally staying in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

Police officer Mehmet Çatal told the court that at around 11:55 on July 30, during a document check, it was established that the man, whose behavior had aroused suspicion, had been staying in the TRNC without a residence permit since November 29, 2019.

According to police, the total period of illegal stay amounted to 2,435 days.

Police reported that the investigation is continuing and that deportation procedures are under way. A law enforcement representative requested that his detention be extended for another 8 days.

After reviewing the submitted materials, Judge Şevket Gazi ordered that the man remain in custody for 8 days.





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