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Limassol: Motorcyclist Injures Police Officer and is Arrested

Published January 27, 2026, 08:11
Limassol: Motorcyclist Injures Police Officer and is Arrested

A motorcyclist in Limassol injured a police officer while attempting to evade a traffic stop. The incident occurred when police signaled the rider to stop for a check, but he refused and tried to escape. During his escape, the motorcyclist collided with a police motorcycle and fell to the road. He then pushed an officer and was arrested. The injured officer was taken to hospital with sprains and abrasions. The 29-year-old rider was found to be under the influence of alcohol, with a reading of 14mg instead of the permitted limit of 9mg. Limassol Traffic Police and the Agios Ioannis Police Station are continuing their investigations.