A motorcyclist was injured after his motorcycle collided with a car in Nicosia on Monday at around 12:30, police said. The rider was taken to hospital by ambulance; no further details on the severity of his injuries have been released. The crash happened under circumstances that are being investigated by authorities.

Traffic police attended the scene and are examining how the two vehicles collided, collecting witness statements and inspecting vehicle positions and road conditions. Emergency services responded shortly after the incident and traffic in the area was briefly disrupted. The initial police information says inquiries are ongoing to determine the cause of the collision and any possible liability.