Nicosia, Cyprus. A section of Griva Digeni Avenue will close between 8pm and 10pm on Tuesday for a crash reconstruction linked to a fatal collision in March. Police said the exercise is part of an ongoing investigation into the March 27 crash.
Road closure and affected area
The closure will affect the stretch heading from central Nicosia to Engomi, from Ayios Prokopios Street (Kykkou lights) to the traffic lights at 25th March Street.
Traffic diversions and advice to drivers
Traffic will be diverted from Ayios Prokopios through Kolokasidis roundabout, via Agios Prokopios, Delfon, Achaion and Kyriakou Matsi streets. Drivers have been advised to follow police instructions and expect delays.
Details of the March 27 collision
The crash involved 28-year-old police officer Andreas Antoniou, who died after his motorcycle collided with a car driven by a 23-year-old woman. Antoniou, who served in the drug squad Ykan, was taken by ambulance to Nicosia general hospital where he was pronounced dead. Police said the car driver tested negative for alcohol and drugs.
Investigation
Police said the reconstruction is necessary to clarify how the collision occurred and asked for public understanding over any disruption.
Will the planned road closure affect your travel route on Tuesday evening?