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, maintain public order, and enhance the public’s sense of security.
As a result of these preventive policing operations, six individuals were arrested for various offenses, including drug possession, illegal residence in the Republic, and driving under the influence of alcohol.
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As part of these operations, 1,001 vehicles were stopped for inspection overnight, and 1,310 individuals traveling in them were checked. At the same time, 49 premises were inspected to address violations, resulting in eight complaints.
During the traffic checks that were carried out, 308 citations were issued for various traffic violations, and 10 cases of traffic violations are currently under investigation. As part of the police investigations, 10 vehicles were impounded.
Of the reports filed for traffic violations, 158 concerned speeding. There were 25 reports of driving under the influence of alcohol. A total of 259 drivers were tested for driving under the influence of alcohol, while one driver was tested for driving under the influence of drugs, with a negative result.
Law enforcement operations, aimed at crime prevention and suppression, continue daily, with an increased police presence, targeted checks, and immediate operational action, with the aim of protecting citizens and ensuring public order.
