Μake us preferred on Google A 39-year-old motorcyclist is in serious condition after a crash involving a taxi in Voula, southern Athens, on Wednesday night.
The accident occurred at around 9:30 p.m., according to information available so far.
Police said the taxi driver was attempting to make a U-turn when the vehicle struck the motorcyclist, who was traveling toward Glyfada. The motorcyclist fell onto the road and suffered serious injuries.
He was taken to Asklepieio Voula Hospital, where he remains hospitalized in serious condition. The next several hours are considered critical for his condition.
Taxi driver arrested
The taxi driver was arrested and is facing charges of negligently causing bodily harm and dangerous driving.
The exact circumstances of the crash remain under investigation. The driver underwent an alcohol test, which was negative, according to the information available so far.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident to determine the precise cause and circumstances of the crash.
Video captures collision
Video footage from the scene reportedly captures the moment the taxi collided with the motorcycle.
The footage has emerged as authorities continue their investigation into the crash.
