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Two police officers injured in collision on Athens-Sounio highway
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Two police officers injured in collision on Athens-Sounio highway

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Two police officers were injured in a traffic accident on the Athens-Sounio highway near Lagonisi, Greece, on Saturday evening.
  • The accident occurred when a car attempting a U-turn collided with a motorcycle carrying two officers from the DIAS motorcycle unit.
  • One officer's condition is reportedly more concerning, and both were transported to a military hospital.

A serious traffic accident on the Athens-Sounio highway resulted in injuries to two police officers from the DIAS motorcycle unit on Saturday evening. The incident took place in the Lagonisi area when a car, reportedly carrying four tourists, attempted a U-turn near Pefko beach.

The car collided with the motorcycle carrying the officers. Both injured officers were subsequently transported to the 401 General Military Hospital in Athens. Reports indicate that the condition of one of the officers is a cause for greater concern.

Initial information suggests the vehicle involved was a rental car. The accident has prompted an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the U-turn and the subsequent collision. The Athens-Sounio highway is a popular route, particularly during the summer months, and authorities are emphasizing the importance of safe driving practices.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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