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 part of these operations, 563 vehicles were stopped for inspection overnight, and 654 individuals traveling in them were checked. At the same time, 31 property inspections were conducted to address criminal activity.
As part of these preventive policing operations, police officers arrested one individual.
During traffic stops, 175 citations were issued for various traffic violations, and three cases of traffic violations are currently under investigation. As part of the police investigations, two vehicles were impounded.
Of the reports filed for traffic violations, 81 concerned speeding. One report was filed for driving under the influence of alcohol, and one case of driving under the influence of drugs was identified. Thirty-nine drivers were tested for driving under the influence of alcohol, while five drivers were tested for driving under the influence of drugs.
Law enforcement operations, aimed at preventing and suppressing crime, continue daily, with an increased police presence, targeted checks, and immediate operational action, with the aim of protecting citizens and ensuring public order.
