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Investigation launched after motorcyclist killed by falling tree on Crete

Investigation launched after motorcyclist killed by falling tree on Crete

A prosecutor on Crete has ordered a preliminary investigation into the circumstances that led to a 51-year-old motorcyclist who was killed by falling tree at a traffic lights in Iraklio.

The father of three died after being hit by the pine tree, which fell without warning, at a central junction in the city.

The funeral of the man is expected to take place this afternoon.

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