There was a strong police presence and activity throughout Cyprus last night, with organized patrols conducted at key locations in urban areas, aimed at preventing serious criminal acts, maintaining public order, and enhancing the public’s sense of security.
These preventive police operations resulted in the arrest of one individual for offenses including the illegal possession of burglary tools and the illegal possession of property.
As part of these operations, 441 vehicles were stopped for inspection overnight, and 552 individuals traveling in them were checked. At the same time, inspections were carried out at 35 premises to address instances of lawbreaking, with no complaints filed.
During the traffic checks that were carried out, 247 citations were issued for various traffic violations, and 10 cases of traffic violations are currently under investigation.
Of the citations issued, 43 were for speeding, and as part of the police investigations, 7 vehicles were impounded.
A total of 94 breathalyzer tests were conducted, resulting in 6 citations, as well as 6 preliminary drug tests, with three positive results.
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.
