British father of two-year-old boy who died after falling out of a hotel window in Cyprus 'set for release' but could still face charges

By EIRIAN JANE PROSSER, SENIOR REPORTER Published: 00:24, 19 July 2026 | Updated: 00:25, 19 July 2026 The British father of a two–year–old boy who died after falling out of a window while on holiday in Cyprus is expected to remain in custody until Tuesday. The 37–year–old banking executive was arrested a week ago, hours after his toddler fell from the fourth floor of the King Evelthon Beach Hotel and Resort in Chlorakas, near Paphos. The little boy was rushed to hospital but pronounced dead upon arrival. His father was then placed in custody on suspicion of 'causing death through negligence, reckless and dangerous actions'. A police report was due to be sent to attorney general George Savvides yesterday, but was delayed as results of the toxicology test had not been returned. The decision on whether to press charges will be made by Mr Savvides, as well as setting any bail conditions. A legal source told The Mail on Sunday that if the father is charged, he is expected to be released on strict remand conditions such as handing over his passport so he cannot leave the country. If he is charged and stands trial, the attorney general will then decide if he can attend his son's funeral in the UK. Yesterday, a friend of the family exclusively spoke to the Daily Mail. The two–year–old boy died after falling from the fourth–floor window while on holiday in Cyprus The family caught a late–night flight from London last Saturday evening to arrive at the all–inclusive King Evelthon Beach Hotel and Resort in Chlorakas in the early hours of Sunday Speaking about the two–year–old, the friend said: 'He was a truly special, easy–going little boy who brought so much joy to everyone around him. 'He was deeply adored, and his infectious smile, warm cuddles and kind heart are already so deeply missed and always will be.' A spokesman for the attorney general said: 'What has happened is a sad and devastating story. The results of the toxicology test are still pending. When the investigations are complete it will be taken again to the attorney general.' Police spokesman Vyron Vyronos said: 'He remains in custody as the investigation is still in progress and further enquiries are being conducted.'