Worker's Death During Roadworks on the Highway
February 19, 2026
A tragedy occurred on the Nicosia-Limassol highway when a 70-year-old worker, Savvas Ioannou, was killed by a passing vehicle during roadworks. The victim had gone to work on an urgent basis, and the accident took place in an area lacking lighting, which may have affected visibility. The vehicle's driver was slightly injured and underwent tests, which showed negative results for drugs and alcohol. Authorities are investigating all circumstances surrounding the accident, including the area's traffic signaling. Investigations by the Labor Inspection Department are also underway.