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  • Drowned: Drowning Confirmed as Cause of Death for Young Man in Ayia Napa

    Drowned: Drowning Confirmed as Cause of Death for Young Man in Ayia Napa

    A young man found dead in the sea off Ayia Napa has been confirmed to have drowned, according to a post-mortem examination. The examination, conducted on Saturday morning, established drowning as the cause of death for the 24-year-old foreign national.

    • Authorities reported that the man was a resident of Ayia Napa, a popular tourist destination in Cyprus. The findings from the statutory post-mortem revealed that he had drowned while in the water.
    • Authorities are urging both residents and tourists to remain vigilant while engaging in water activities. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of water safety and awareness.

    Authorities reported that the man was a resident of Ayia Napa, a popular tourist destination in Cyprus. The findings from the statutory post-mortem revealed that he had drowned while in the water.

    Police are now awaiting the results of laboratory tests to gather further information regarding the circumstances surrounding his tragic demise. The investigation is ongoing, as officials aim to piece together the events leading to his death.

    Eyewitnesses and locals have expressed their sorrow over the incident, highlighting the risks associated with swimming in unfamiliar waters. The coastal area near Ayia Napa is known for its beauty, but safety precautions are essential, especially for those not familiar with the local conditions.

    Authorities are urging both residents and tourists to remain vigilant while engaging in water activities. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of water safety and awareness.

  • Paramotor crash: Tragic Paraglider Crash Claims Life of 31-Year-Old in Larnaca

    Paramotor crash: Tragic Paraglider Crash Claims Life of 31-Year-Old in Larnaca

    paramotor crash — In a tragic turn of events, a 31-year-old man, Antonis Kourras, lost his life in a paramotor crash near Kiti, Larnaca, yesterday morning. The accident unfolded around 8:30 AM as Kourras was flying at low altitude over the sea with a friend, who was piloting a second paramotor.

    • The exact cause of death will be established through a post-mortem examination, which will provide further insight into the events of that fateful morning.

    Kourras, a resident of Anagyia village in Nicosia, had ventured to the Softades area with his companion to launch their engine-powered paragliders for a morning flight. Witnesses reported that both aircraft were navigating the coastal region when, under circumstances that are still being investigated, Kourras’s paramotor struck rocks approximately five metres from the shoreline.

    The impact was severe, resulting in Kourras’s immediate death. An ambulance was promptly summoned to the scene and transported him to Larnaca General Hospital, where his death was sadly confirmed by medical personnel.

    Local authorities, including members of the Kiti Police Station, responded quickly to the incident. They were joined by officials from the Committee on Aircraft Accidents and Incidents, who will conduct a thorough examination of the fatal paramotor. This committee aims to determine whether mechanical failure or other factors contributed to the crash.

    As part of the ongoing investigation, Kiti Police are expected to take a statement from Kourras’s flying companion once he is in a position to provide testimony. Officers will seek to ascertain details about the paragliders’ origins and whether the friend observed anything that could clarify the circumstances surrounding this tragic accident.

    The exact cause of death will be established through a post-mortem examination, which will provide further insight into the events of that fateful morning.

  • Tragic Paramotor Accident Claims Life of 31-Year-Old Near Larnaca Beach

    Tragic Paramotor Accident Claims Life of 31-Year-Old Near Larnaca Beach

    paramotor accident — A 31-year-old man has died following a paramotor accident near Parasolia beach in Kiti, according to local police reports. The incident occurred at approximately 8:30 am on Thursday morning as Antonis Kourras was flying an engine-powered paraglider.

    Photo: in-cyprus.philenews.com

    Kourras was in the air with a friend, who was piloting a separate paramotor, when he reportedly lost control of his aircraft. The circumstances surrounding the crash are currently under investigation. It is understood that Kourras fell onto rocks near the beach, which likely contributed to the fatal outcome.

    Photo: in-cyprus.philenews.com

    Emergency services were dispatched to the scene, but upon their arrival, it was confirmed that Kourras had already succumbed to his injuries. The second paramotor pilot, who remains unnamed, was unharmed during the incident.

    Both men had been camping in the Softades area of Kiti prior to their flight, enjoying what should have been a thrilling morning in the sky. The tragic accident has raised concerns among the local community and prompted police officers to conduct preliminary examinations at the site.

    The Aviation Accidents and Incidents Committee has been called in to carry out a thorough investigation into the circumstances that led to this tragic event. As Kourras’s family and friends mourn their loss, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with paramotoring, highlighting the need for stringent safety measures in the sport.