Traffic police in the Paphos district were dispatched to Argaka on Saturday following a serious collision involving a vehicle and a group of pedestrians. The driver, identified as a 50-year-old man, struck six people near the site of a local festival. Emergency services attended the scene immediately after the crash occurred in the busy area during the event. This incident has raised concerns among locals regarding safety in crowded festival zones.
Among the six injured pedestrians was a pregnant woman who was transported to Paphos General Hospital for a precautionary examination. Authorities have stated that according to initial information, the injuries sustained by all six individuals are minor. Their current condition is not considered a cause for concern by medical staff or investigators. Medical teams are monitoring the pregnant woman to ensure both she and the unborn child remain safe following the shock of the impact.
Reports indicate that the vehicle also collided with parked cars during the incident, causing damage to the stationary vehicles. Police officers rushed to the location and are continuing their inquiries to establish the precise causes and circumstances surrounding the accident. Investigators have not yet released details regarding why the car mounted the pavement or entered the pedestrian area. Drivers in the region are advised to exercise extra caution near temporary events and crowded gathering points.