Wanted man arrested in Limassol after police chase and collision
A 34-year-old man wanted in connection with a domestic violence case was arrested after a chase in Limassol, during which he collided with a patrol car and struck an officer.
Limassol, Cyprus. A 34-year-old man wanted in connection with a domestic violence case was arrested on Wednesday morning after attempting to evade police in Zakaki and colliding with a patrol car.
Police pursuit
Police said officers spotted a vehicle at about 5.30am near the new port in Zakaki and identified its driver as a wanted person.
As officers attempted to stop the vehicle, the man accelerated and crashed into a patrol car, striking a police officer in the process.
Arrest and court appearance
Police said warning gunshots were fired to facilitate the arrest.
The man was arrested and is due to appear before Limassol District Court on Wednesday for a remand order.
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