Nicosia, Cyprus. Police arrested 15 people during overnight operations across Cyprus aimed at preventing crime, maintaining public order and improving public safety.
Operations and arrests
According to a police statement, officers conducted organised patrols in key urban areas across the island to prevent serious criminal activity, safeguard public order and enhance public safety.
The 15 arrests involved offences including theft, illegal stay in Cyprus, public drunkenness, causing a disturbance, carrying a knife, illegal possession of drugs, possession of an offensive weapon and traffic violations.
Checks and traffic enforcement
Police stopped 571 vehicles and checked 769 occupants during the operations. Officers also inspected 47 premises, resulting in five reports for various offences.
Traffic enforcement resulted in 387 fines for road traffic violations, while police opened 41 investigations into suspected traffic-related offences. Of the fines issued, 129 were for speeding, and 13 vehicles were impounded.
Officers carried out 113 breathalyser tests, with 15 drivers reported for drink-driving. Two preliminary drug tests were also conducted, both returning positive results.
Daily operations
Police said nationwide operations would continue daily, with increased patrols, targeted checks and rapid operational responses intended to prevent crime, protect the public and maintain public order.
