A tragic traffic accident claimed two lives and left nine others injured on the Girne–Değirmenlik Highway near Arapköy on April 22, 2025. The collision occurred around 2:00 PM at the Arapköy junction, involving two vehicles. Emergency teams rushed to the scene immediately, providing first aid to the injured before transporting them to Dr. Akçiçek Hospital in Girne via ambulance.
Authorities confirmed that the nine injured individuals are still receiving medical care, but no official updates about their conditions have been released. The police are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the crash. Initial reports suggest factors like speeding, road conditions, or driver error could have contributed, but officials emphasized that conclusions will only follow a detailed analysis of the scene, vehicle damage, and witness accounts.
Local residents expressed shock, calling the junction a “high-risk zone” due to limited visibility and frequent traffic violations. The police urged anyone with information or dashcam footage to come forward to assist the investigation. Road safety advocates renewed calls for stricter enforcement of speed limits and improved signage on the highway to prevent future tragedies.
