An alleged child rapist is fighting extradition to Cyprus – claiming the island he visited on holiday is too dangerous. Mohammed Latifi, 19, had flown to Ayia Napa last year before he 'kidnapped' a 13-year-old he met on a beach. Now he is fighting extradition back to Cyprus claiming 'his life will be in danger' from its Turkish community, as he is a Kurd. Pictured: Ayia Napa, Cyprus (stock)Cypriot authorities, represented at Westminster Magistrates Court by Amanda Bostock, said Latifi arranged to meet the girl at his apartment. Judge Matson noted in her ruling: 'Latifi said he did not feel safe going to Cyprus as a Kurdish person.

Source: Daily Nation August 05, 2024 18:53 UTC