During the checks, 380 citations were issued for various traffic violations
Police presence and activity were intense last night throughout Cyprus, 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.
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As a result of these preventive police operations, sixteen individuals were arrested for various offenses, including illegal possession of drugs, illegal residence in the Republic, assaulting a police officer, and carrying a knife.
As part of these operations, 662 vehicles were stopped for inspection during the night, and 865 individuals traveling in them were checked. At the same time, 60 inspections were carried out at premises to address illegal activities, resulting in 5 complaints.
During the traffic checks that were carried out, 380 citations were issued for various traffic violations, and 23 cases of traffic violations are currently under investigation.
Of the citations issued, 131 were for speeding, and 16 vehicles were impounded as part of police investigations.
A total of 101 breathalyzer tests were conducted, resulting in 15 citations, as well as 6 preliminary drug tests, with four 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.
