Moped rider hospitalized following traffic accident in Sotira

On the evening of Saturday, May 9, 2026, a traffic accident occurred in the Sotira region of the Famagusta district. At approximately 19:00, a 47-year-old resident of Sotira was operating a moped. Authorities report that the rider collided with the rear of a passing vehicle under circumstances that are currently being investigated. Following the collision, the 47-year-old man sustained injuries. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Medical staff have indicated that his condition is not life-threatening. Police are continuing to examine the exact cause of the incident.