A BRIT toddler has reportedly been kidnapped by his Turkish Cypriot dad after he broke into the mum’s home in Cyprus.
A frantic manhunt is underway for the 29-year-old, who allegedly made the shock snatch with an accomplice in the coastal holiday hotspot of Limassol.
A man allegedly kidnapped his child after illegally crossing from Cyprus’ Turkish-occupied north Credit: AFP
He has reportedly posted a video with the tot on social media Credit: X
He is said to have illegally accessed the city by crossing from the island’s northern Turkish-occupied territories.
The dad reportedly stormed the house and shoved the mum before disappearing with the child.
She has previously reported her ex-partner for domestic violence, and the fugitive is said to be the subject of a related arrest warrant since last November.
The man reportedly fled the scene in a small white car, which authorities are currently searching.
Breathtaking panoramic view of Limassol, Cyprus, showcasing modern buildings along the Mediterranean coast with mountains in the background Credit: Getty
Cops are also scrutinising the likely route the alleged kidnapper took.
He is believed to have returned to the northern areas, and an island task force who investigate movement between the territories have been alerted.
Police are also probing a video the fugitive dad posted on social media, which reportedly shows him with the child.
The Brit mum is part of the “Hope” program, according to local outlet , which helps victims of domestic abuse.
Under the scheme, victims press a button to immediately notify police that they are in danger.
The woman did not activate the procedure in this incident, despite reporting her ex-partner for kidnap.
Domestic abuse - how to get help
DOMESTIC abuse can affect anyone - including men - and does not always involve physical violence.
Here are some signs that you could be in an abusive relationship:
- Emotional abuse – Including being belittled, blamed for the abuse – gaslighting – being isolated from family and friends, having no control over your finances, what you where and who you speak to
- Threats and intimidation – Some partners might threaten to kill or hurt you, destroy your belongings, stalk or harass you
- Physical abuse – This can range from slapping or hitting to being shoved over, choked or bitten.
- Sexual abuse – Being touched in a way you do not want to be touched, hurt during sex, pressured into sex or forced to have sex when you do not consent.
If any of the above apply to you or a friend, you can call these numbers:
- The Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge on 0808 2000 247 for free at any time, day or night
- Men who are being abused can call Respect Men’s Advice Line on 0808 8010 327 or ManKind on 0182 3334 244
- Those who identify as LGBT+ can ring Galop on 0800 999 5428
- If you are in immediate danger or fear for your life, always ring 999
Remember, you are not alone.
1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience domestic abuse over the course of their lifetime.
Every 30 seconds the police receive a call for help relating to domestic abuse.
It comes as a , Greece, after allegedly abusing his wife in front of their child on a packed flight.
The man, 38, “refused to show any self restraint” while travelling to Heraklion with his wife, 37, and their child on Tuesday.
He was arrested on touchdown after being reported by airline crew for threatening his wife during the four-hour trip.
A police source told The Sun: “Air traffic control was informed of the incident and we prepared to be on the tarmac to arrest him as soon as the plane landed at Heraklion.
“There have been cases of passengers being arrested for unruly behaviour towards cabin crew but not towards one another.”
The tourist reportedly began lashing out at his partner as he became increasingly inebriated.
A disturbance broke out in the aircraft cabin as passengers watched the horror unfold.
“Other passengers complained. They felt it was very inappropriate behaviour … the guy refused to show any self-restraint,” the cop said.
He added: “The crew were on full alert trying to contain the situation until the aircraft landed.”
The Brit is expected to face domestic abuse charges when he is summoned before a public prosecutor in Crete.
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