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.
As a result of these preventive police operations, fourteen individuals were arrested for various offenses, including the illegal possession and transportation of firearms, illegal residence in the territory of the Republic of Cyprus, illegal possession of narcotics, carrying a knife, causing serious bodily injury, possession of a weapon, and breaking into a building with the intent to steal.
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As part of these operations, 847 vehicles were stopped for inspection overnight, and 1,126 individuals traveling in them were checked. At the same time, 43 inspections were carried out at premises to address illegal activities, resulting in eight complaints.
During the traffic checks that were carried out, 310 citations were issued for various traffic violations, and 12 cases of traffic violations are currently under investigation.
Of the citations issued, 106 were for speeding, and 16 vehicles were impounded as part of police investigations. In addition, 455 breathalyzer tests were conducted, resulting in 31 citations, as well as four preliminary drug tests, with two 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.
