Female student arrested for fighting found to be living illegally in north Cyprus

A female foreigner who was arrested for fighting in Lefkosa was found to be living illegally in the island.

The suspect identified only as E.V.O was arrested for fighting, causing inconveniences, and inappropriate behavior on Tuesday March, 8 in Lefkosa.

Investigation by the police revealed that she has been staying in the country for 29 days since February, 5 without a resident permit.

She was taken to a court in Lefkosa on Wednesday on charges of serious assault and living in the country illegally.

It was determined that the suspect did not initiate any student permit and did not have an immigration permit.  

She was sent to jail for 15 days pending trial.