Driver rescued after pickup truck collision in Potamiou

A serious traffic accident occurred on the morning of Monday, August 24, 2026, in the community of Potamiou, Nicosia district, when a pickup truck collided with a stone wall. Emergency services were alerted to the scene at approximately 09:39, prompting a significant response from the Fire Department.

Firefighting units from Lakatamia, Peristerona, and Evrychou arrived at the site with rescue equipment to address the situation. The driver of the vehicle was found trapped inside the wreckage due to the impact. Rescuers utilized specialized extraction gear to safely remove the individual from the vehicle. Following the successful operation, the driver was stabilized and handed over to ambulance personnel for immediate transport to the Accident and Emergency Department at Nicosia General Hospital.

Authorities have not released specific details regarding the cause of the accident or the current medical condition of the driver, though investigations into the incident remain ongoing. No other vehicles or individuals were reported as involved in the collision.