CMP Investigates Testimonies About a Mass Grave of 70-80 Missing Persons
A mass grave containing the remains of 70-80 missing Greek Cypriots is currently under investigation by the Committee of Missing Persons (CMP). The grave is believed to be located near the landing point of Turkish soldiers during the invasion. Testimonies from witnesses claim that the buried individuals were soldiers and were allegedly buried near a school and other facilities.
The CMP has received information regarding the burial from a person who claims to have witnessed the event. It is suspected that the high number of bodies in the grave is not a result of a battle fought in the same area, but rather the collection of deceased individuals from various locations in the wider Kyrenia area. The exact burial site is still to be determined.
During the time of the invasion, Turkish forces gathered the bodies of the deceased, loaded them onto trucks, and transported them to mass burial sites. It has been reported that a Greek Cypriot individual was present during the collection of the bodies but was not present during the burial process.
Previous information suggested the existence of a group grave near Kyrenia Castle, but this theory has become less plausible as time passes. However, if more specific information or testimonies emerge, this possibility may be revisited.
Since 2006, the CMP has conducted excavations at approximately 1,500 locations across the country. These efforts have resulted in the exhumation of over 1,205 missing persons from both the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities. Out of the identified remains, 742 are Greek Cypriots and 292 are Turkish Cypriots.
Currently, the CMP’s Anthropological Laboratory is examining 210 cases, with an additional 90 cases nearing completion on the excavation list, according to a recent statement by the government spokesman.
The investigation into the mass grave brings to light the ongoing efforts to uncover the truth about the missing persons from the conflict in Cyprus. The CMP plays a crucial role in providing closure for the families affected by these tragedies.
As the search for answers continues, it is important to remember the significance of addressing the needs and interests of the global audience. By shedding light on the efforts of organizations such as the CMP, we aim to raise awareness and facilitate unity in seeking justice for all those who went missing during the conflict.
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