Driver flees after hitting young pedestrian in Limassol

Local accidentLimassolpolice Driver flees after hitting young pedestrian in Limassol Relevant News Driver flees after hitting young pedestrian in Limassol 12 July 2026 Turkish forces expand surveillance posts near Athienou buffer zone 12 July 2026 “We haven’t seen the worst yet,” warns meteorologist on Cyprus heatwaves 12 July 2026 newsroom 12 July 2026 FacebookXWhatsAppEmailPrintViber A young pedestrian was injured in Limassol on Saturday night after being struck by a passing vehicle whose driver fled the scene without stopping. According to information published by RoadReportCY, the incident occurred at about 8.46 pm on Saturday, 11 July 2026, at the junction of Ayias Fylaxeos Avenue and 1st April Street. The victim, a man aged under 25, was attempting to cross the road when he was hit by the vehicle and thrown heavily onto the road. The driver did not stop after the collision and immediately left the area. One eyewitness said they did not see the exact moment of impact but heard the noise and then saw the pedestrian lying on the road. Another witness reportedly said the vehicle involved was white and believed the pedestrian may have been struck by its side mirror before falling onto the asphalt. The RoadReportCY post appealed to anyone who was in the area at about 8.46 pm and may have seen the collision, noticed the vehicle leaving, or has dashcam footage from Ayias Fylaxeos Avenue or 1st April Street to contact police. People who rushed to help said the injured man remained conscious and was able to communicate with rescuers. Witnesses also said he appeared to have used his hands to break his fall, possibly avoiding a more serious head injury. An ambulance arrived at the scene, where paramedics provided first aid before taking him for further medical examinations. Police said the 25-year-old was discharged after receiving medical treatment. Subscribe to our Newsletter Latest News Turkish forces expand surveillance posts near Athienou buffer zone “We haven’t seen the worst yet,” warns meteorologist on Cyprus heatwaves Cyprus-flagged ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Iran closes waterway Cyprus digital TV switch sparks 400 complaints as old network returns for three months Cyprus solution far harder with today’s Turkey, warns US expert Yellow heat warning in force as temperatures climb to 40 C Police investigate email threats after Nicosia mall and KEMA building evacuated Follow en.philenews on Google News and be the first to know all the news about Cyprus and the world.