Limassol, Cyprus. A 24-year-old Syrian man died from injuries sustained in a traffic collision involving an electric scooter and a car on Solon Street on July 26, police said on Tuesday.
Ibrahim Al Aawad was seriously injured in the crash, which occurred at around 10.45pm, and later died at a private hospital.
Investigation continues
Police said the car driver left the scene after the collision. Officers are continuing their investigation into the circumstances of the crash.
Al Aawad was taken by ambulance to a private hospital, and his relatives have been informed of his death.
Driver arrested
The 20-year-old driver was arrested last Tuesday after turning himself in at a police station.
He told officers he had fled because he did not have the necessary documents to drive the car.
Appeal for information
Police have asked anyone with information about the collision or the vehicle involved to contact Limassol traffic police on 25 805244, the nearest police station, or the citizen’s line on 1460.