Migrant boat intercepted off Cape Greco

Eighteen migrants travelling in a boat off Cape Greco were intercepted on Monday by the coast guard.

According to police statement, the 6m wooden boat was intercepted shortly after 6 pm, travelling 12 nautical miles southeast of Cape Greco with 8 men, 6 women and 6 minors on board.

The irregular migrants were escorted to the Ayia Napa marina and from there to the reception center in Pournara.

Police arrested a 21-year-old man who was determined to have sailed the boat after testimony emerged against him.

Famagusta CID is continuing investigations.