A young motorcyclist has been arrested by police over an alleged attack on a driver in Agios Athanasios, Limassol, after footage of the incident circulated on social media and sparked reactions.
The incident was captured on video, showing a shirtless man repeatedly attacking another person while a motorcycle can be seen lying on the ground. The alleged attacker then appears to get back on the motorcycle and leave the scene.
According to information, the incident followed a minor collision between the motorcycle and the vehicle in front. A confrontation then broke out, with the motorcyclist allegedly attacking and beating the driver while he was on the ground.
Police said the driver had earlier breached traffic rules before the incident.
The driver was taken by ambulance to a private hospital in Limassol for treatment after suffering head injuries.
Following an investigation, police identified the young man, who was arrested and placed in custody.
A case of common assault is being investigated against him, while the file is expected to be sent to the Legal Service for instructions on the further handling of the case.
Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and what exactly led to the alleged attack.
