There was a strong police presence and activity last night throughout Cyprus, with organized patrols conducted at key locations in urban areas, aimed at preventing serious criminal acts, maintain public order, and enhance the public’s sense of security.
These preventive police operations resulted in the arrest of seven individuals for various offenses, including illegal residence in the Republic of Cyprus, theft, and illegal possession of drugs.
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As part of these operations, 516 vehicles were stopped for inspection overnight, and 670 individuals traveling in them were checked. At the same time, 38 inspections were carried out at premises to address illegal activities, resulting in 3 complaints.
During the traffic checks that were carried out, 319 citations were issued for various traffic violations, and 5 cases of traffic violations are currently under investigation.
Of the citations issued, 79 were for speeding, and as part of the police investigations, 6 vehicles were impounded.
A total of 172 breathalyzer tests were conducted, resulting in 4 citations, as well as six preliminary drug tests, one of which was positive.
Law enforcement operations, aimed at crime prevention and suppression, continue daily, with an increased/reinforced police presence, targeted checks, and immediate operational action, with the aim of increasing citizens’ sense of security, protecting citizens, and ensuring public order.
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