A gunfight was reported in Larnaca town centre on Saturday afternoon, prompting a lockdown of the area amid indications that people were injured.
According to a preliminary police briefing, information was received at around 3.30pm of a fight taking place.
A second report shortly afterwards referred to shots being fired.
Police patrols were dispatched to the scene yet failed apprehend any individuals involved in the incident.
The area was cordoned
