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Norwegian tourist in critical condition after fall in Ayia Napa

In-Cyprus · 2026-06-28

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• What happened: A 53-year-old Norwegian tourist is in critical condition after suffering a skull fracture and brain hemorrhage from a fall in Ayia Napa, and is currently receiving treatment in the intensive care unit of Nicosia General Hospital. • Why it matters: The incident highlights safety concerns for tourists in popular destinations like Ayia Napa, and raises questions about the adequacy of emergency response and medical care in the area. • What to watch next: Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fall, and updates on the tourist's condition and the investigation's findings will be closely monitored.

Local ayia napaHospitalNorwaypoliceTop News Norwegian tourist in critical condition after fall in Ayia Napa Ambulance Reform Tensions Continue Before Bill Is Drafted Relevant News Norwegian tourist in critical condition after fall in Ayia Napa 28 June 2026 Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll set to rise 28 June 2026 Tax Department to begin business closures over unpaid debts and missing receipts 28 June 2026 Newsroom 28 June 2026 FacebookXWhatsAppEmailPrintViber A 53-year-old Norwegian tourist is in an extremely critical condition after undergoing surgery for injuries sustained in a fall in Ayia Napa. The man is being treated in the intensive care unit of Nicosia General Hospital. Police were alerted shortly before 7 am by Famagusta General Hospital that an injured person had been taken there. The 53-year-old was found on Eleftherias Street in Ayia Napa and taken by ambulance to Famagusta General Hospital, where tests showed he had suffered a skull fracture and brain haemorrhage. He was transferred to Nicosia General Hospital because of the seriousness of his condition and underwent surgery. Further examinations at the scene found that his injuries were caused by a fall to the ground, with police treating the case as an accident. Ayia Napa Police Station is continuing its investigation. Read more: Police investigate circumstances of serious injury to Norwegian tourist in Ayia Napa Subscribe to our Newsletter Latest News Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll set to rise Tax Department to begin business closures over unpaid debts and missing receipts Paphos hotel occupancy falls 20% below last year Investigators seek expedited tests in case of one-year-old boy who died in Limassol hospital Eleven people killed in plane crash in northeastern France, local officials say Death toll in Venezuela quake tops 1,400 as rescue efforts intensify World Cup round of 32 primer: Favorites, African teams abound Follow en.philenews on Google News and be the first to know all the news about Cyprus and the world.

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