Man arrested after reversing into two women in Nicosia car park
Police said a 38-year-old driver arrested after injuring two women in a Nicosia car park was more than twice the legal drink-driving limit.
Nicosia, Cyprus. Police arrested a 38-year-old man on Saturday morning after his car struck two women while reversing in a Nicosia car park. Police said a breathalyser reading showed he was more than twice the legal drink-driving limit.
Two women treated for injuries
The collision happened at approximately 2am as the women were walking across the car park. Officers who attended found that both women, each aged 24, had been injured.
The women received first aid at Nicosia general hospital and were subsequently discharged.
Police report confrontation with driver
Officers said the driver shouted and behaved in a way that caused concern. They also reported that he pushed an officer several times and attempted to flee.
After being placed in the rear of a police vehicle, the man reportedly struck the interior of a door with his hands and feet, injuring himself. He was also taken to Nicosia general hospital, received first aid and was discharged.
Police are continuing their investigation.
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