A 49-year-old, as well as two 38-year-olds suspected of being the former’s accomplices, were arrested on allegations of burglary and assaulting a police officer in Limassol on Sunday, police said on Monday.

The suspicions came to light when officers of the Limassol traffic police stopped the 49-year-old for a routine inspection, during which he allegedly pushed an officer in an unsuccessful attempt to escape the scene.

He was then stopped by the police and arrested.

During the subsequent investigation, the police identified two 38-year-olds believed to be involved in criminal activity with the man.

The arrest prompted the police to proceed with a search of the 49-year-old’s apartment, during which several burglary tools, gold and jewellery, mobile phones and various other items were found.

According to the police, an explanation for their possession was refused by the three suspects.

The three were taken in for questioning, where they were arrested pursuant to court warrants.

They remain in custody while investigations into the case continue.