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Quad bike accident claims life of 22-year-old tourist in Andros

Quad bike accident claims life of 22-year-old tourist in Andros

A 22-year-old man died on the island of Andros on Friday when the quad bike he was riding, driven by his father, fell into a ravine.

The accident happened around 10:30 a.m. The rented quad, veered off the road from Batsi to Chora and fell into a ravine five meters deep.

The father sustained an arm injury, while the son suffered a head injury.

According to local media, both men were initially transported to the Andros health center. A helicopter was called for the 22-year-old, but the young man died before the transport could take place.

Local police are conducting an investigation into the accident.

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