Nicosia man arrested after injuring two pedestrians while driving under the influence

Police in Nicosia arrested a 38-year-old man in the early hours of October 17, 2026, following a traffic accident in a local parking lot. Around 2:00 a.m., the suspect, while reversing his vehicle, struck and injured two 24-year-old women. The victims were transported to Nicosia General Hospital, where they received first aid and were subsequently discharged.

Upon the arrival of police officers, the suspect reportedly acted aggressively, shouting and causing a disturbance. As he attempted to flee the scene, he allegedly pushed an officer multiple times, leading to his arrest for flagrant offenses. During his transfer to the Nicosia Central Police Station, the man reportedly damaged the interior of the police vehicle by kicking and hitting the doors. Alcohol testing conducted at the scene revealed a blood alcohol level of 53 micrograms, significantly exceeding the legal limit of 22 micrograms.

The suspect faces multiple charges, including causing a road accident, obstructing a police officer, resisting arrest, and causing malicious damage to official property. An investigation into the incident is currently ongoing.