British driver hits six pedestrians near Avocado Festival in Argaka

On Saturday evening, October 10, 2026, a vehicle driven by a 50-year-old British resident of Cyprus struck six pedestrians near the Avocado Festival in the village of Argaka, Polis Chrysochous. The incident occurred while the victims were walking toward the festival grounds. Following the collision, the car reportedly struck several parked vehicles, causing material damage.

Emergency services transported the six injured individuals to Paphos General Hospital. Among the injured is a pregnant woman, though all victims reportedly sustained only minor injuries and their conditions are not considered life-threatening. The pregnant woman was hospitalized primarily for precautionary reasons.

Local authorities arrived at the scene to investigate the circumstances of the accident. The driver, who was accompanied by his wife at the time of the incident, was subjected to an alcohol test. Reports confirm that the driver tested positive for alcohol consumption and has been arrested by the police. The investigation into the exact conditions leading to the crash is currently ongoing.