Incident of Illegal Driving and Assaulting a Police Officer in Larnaca
August 19, 2026
In Larnaca, a motorcycle driver hit a police officer while attempting to escape a traffic check. The driver, who was not wearing a helmet and lacked registration plates, left the scene and later faced eight charges. Despite his attempt to cancel the arrest warrant, the Supreme Court sided with the police, finding sufficient evidence against him. The police officer suffered serious injuries and required medical assistance. The case raises concerns about compliance with road safety laws.