There was a strong police presence and activity 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.
These preventive policing operations resulted in the arrest of five individuals for various offenses, including drug possession, theft, and illegal residence in the Republic.
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As part of these operations, 535 vehicles were stopped for inspection during the night, and 695 individuals traveling in them were checked. At the same time, 37 premises inspections were carried out to address illegal activities, resulting in three complaints.
During the traffic inspections that were carried out, 339 citations were issued for various traffic violations, and 13 cases of traffic violations are currently under investigation. As part of the police investigations, 17 vehicles were impounded.
Of the complaints filed for traffic violations, 98 involved speeding. Six reports were filed for driving under the influence of alcohol, while one case of driving under the influence of drugs was identified following a positive preliminary test. A total of 139 drivers were tested for driving under the influence of alcohol, while one driver was 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.
