A police officer fatally shot his wife before turning his service pistol on himself in the Zakaki area of Limassol on Monday morning.

According to media reports, the incident occurred at around 7am, when the man shot his wife and then took his own life.

The woman was admitted to the hospital where she is being treated in serious condition.

The scene has since been cordoned off by police. Investigations into the case are ongoing.

More to follow.