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 two individuals for the offenses of dangerous and reckless driving and illegal possession of property.
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As part of these operations, 498 vehicles were stopped for inspection overnight, and 624 individuals traveling in them were checked. At the same time, inspections were carried out at 24 premises to address instances of non-compliance, with no complaints filed.
During the traffic checks that were carried out, 273 citations were issued for various traffic violations, and 8 cases of traffic violations are currently under investigation.
Of the citations issued, 92 were for speeding, and as part of the police investigations, 4 vehicles were impounded.
A total of 144 breathalyzer tests were conducted, resulting in 5 citations, as well as 3 preliminary drug tests with 2 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.
