Four Ukrainians brutally beat a 33-year-old Russian tourist in Cyprus after he argued about politics with the girlfriend of one of the hooligans.
The attack took place on Friday evening in the Saripulo area of Limassol. In the past, the participants in the fight were drunk, and the reason for this was a verbal fight. One of the arrested Ukrainians said that the Russian allegedly made an "unacceptable statement" to his 22-year-old girlfriend.
The injured Russian suffered a skull fracture, facial injuries and bleeding in his left eye. He was first taken to the hospital in Limassol, and then transferred to Nicosia. The doctors do not rule out the possibility that he may lose his sight and need surgery.
Four Ukrainian citizens were arrested in the case - 22- and 23-year-old men and a 22-year-old girl. A medical examination revealed that one of them had a broken nose, the others suffered bruises and abrasions on their bodies. The court in Limassol ordered everyone to remain in custody for six days. One of the suspects explained that he was protecting his wife. The rest simply agreed with the arrest.