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 a result of these preventive policing operations, 19 individuals were arrested for various offenses, including, among others, domestic violence, residential burglary, unlawful possession of property, drug possession, possession of a weapon, illegal residence in the Republic, as well as traffic violations.

As part of these operations, 620 vehicles were stopped for inspection overnight, and 848 individuals traveling in them were checked. At the same time, 50 property inspections were carried out to address illegal activities, resulting in nine complaints.

During the traffic checks that were carried out, 252 citations were issued for various traffic violations, and 19 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, 105 concerned speeding and 25 concerned driving under the influence of alcohol. In addition, five (5) cases of driving under the influence of drugs were identified following preliminary drug tests. A total of 420 vehicle drivers were tested for driving under the influence of alcohol, while seven (7) 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.