A 32-year-old Greek Cypriot found himself in a precarious situation early Thursday morning when he accidentally crossed into northern territory while driving along the Larnaca–Famagusta road.
- A 32-year-old Greek Cypriot found himself in a precarious situation early Thursday morning when he accidentally crossed into northern territory while driving along the Larnaca–Famagusta road.
- The Dhekelia bases police are currently investigating the incident. Efforts are underway, with assistance from the United Nations, to facilitate the return of the vehicle to its owner.
The incident occurred at approximately 4am as he was navigating the route towards Strovilia. At some point, he inadvertently veered onto a dirt road, leading him away from the main path. After exiting his vehicle for a brief moment, he realised he was in an unfamiliar area.
His alarming discovery came when he noticed lights from a nearby Turkish Cypriot outpost shining down on him. Recognising the potential danger, the man quickly fled in the opposite direction, heading towards the safety of the British bases-controlled territory. In his haste, he left his car behind, which he later reported was surrounded by Turkish Cypriot soldiers.
The Dhekelia bases police are currently investigating the incident. Efforts are underway, with assistance from the United Nations, to facilitate the return of the vehicle to its owner.
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