Limassol, Cyprus. A 17-year-old motorcyclist remained in critical condition on Friday after a collision with a car on the Limassol coast on Thursday evening, police said.
Crash on coastal road
Police said the crash occurred at about 7.40 pm on the Christodoulou Hadjipavlou coastal road when the young man’s way was cut off by a car driven by a 24-year-old woman.
Injuries and hospitalisation
The motorcyclist suffered a severe head injury and was admitted to Limassol general hospital, where he was intubated and remains in critical condition.
Police findings
Police said the 17-year-old had previously run a red light and was riding without a helmet or lights at high speed. His motorcycle was not insured or MOT-tested.
Driver tests and statement
The woman underwent breathalyser and drug tests, both of which were negative, and she is expected to give a statement to police later in the day.
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