Nicosia, Cyprus. Authorities said nine people were arrested overnight during coordinated preventive police operations carried out across the island. Police also conducted checks on drivers, passengers and premises, issuing multiple traffic complaints.
Arrests and alleged offences
Police said the nine arrests were made for a range of offences including conspiracy to commit a felony, causing grievous bodily harm, drug possession, carrying a knife and illegal stay in the Republic.
Checks on vehicles and premises
During the operations, officers carried out 363 checks on drivers and passengers. Police also inspected 24 premises as part of efforts to tackle delinquency, resulting in one complaint.
Traffic enforcement and alcohol tests
Traffic checks led to 143 complaints for various violations, with speeding accounting for 50 of them. Police also reported 22 traffic offences and conducted 53 alcohol tests, two of which resulted in complaints.
Vehicles impounded
Seven vehicles were impounded as part of the checks.
What impact do you think these preventive operations have on road safety and public order?