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Driver arrested in Nicosia after alcohol reading exceeds legal limit

A driver arrested early on Monday in Nicosia recorded a breathalyser reading of 117μg, compared with the legal maximum of 22μg, and is due in court the same day.

Driver arrested in Nicosia after alcohol reading exceeds legal limit
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Nicosia, Cyprus. A driver was arrested for drink driving in Nicosia early on Monday after a breathalyser recorded 117μg of alcohol. The legal limit is 22μg.


Court appearance

The driver is scheduled to appear before Nicosia district court on Monday for the case to be filed.

Drink-driving reports

Police said more than 3,000 drivers had been reported for drink driving since the year began. They identified drink driving as a leading cause of crashes resulting in deaths or serious injuries.

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