A 28-year-old man is being treated in hospital for injuries sustained early Monday morning in a traffic accident in Larnaca.

The collision happened around 1:30am, on 25th March street in Aradippou. In conditions under investigation, the 28-year-old lost control of his moped and ended up being flung into a green space.

The driver was taken to Larnaca general hospital where the doctor on duty determined he had suffered a hip fracture, and he was kept in for care.

A preliminary alcohol test showed his alcohol levels were 38μg ​​instead of the permitted 9μg.

Police are continuing to examine the exact causes of the collision.