Eleven arrested in overnight police operations in Cyprus
Police reported 11 arrests in overnight operations on Sunday, alongside 426 traffic citations and the seizure of 15 vehicles.
Nicosia, Cyprus. Police said on Monday that overnight operations on Sunday had resulted in 11 arrests for offences ranging from unauthorised residence to burglary and serious assault.
Arrests and inspections
According to police, the offences included residing in Cyprus without authorisation, carrying a knife, possession of an offensive weapon, drunken and disorderly behaviour, burglary, theft and assault resulting in grievous bodily harm.
Police reported checking 1,078 people, stopping 857 vehicles and inspecting 30 premises during the operations.
Traffic enforcement and testing
Police said traffic enforcement produced 426 citations, including 254 related to speeding, while officers seized 15 vehicles.
Officers administered 120 alcohol tests, with three returning positive results, police reported. Two of the eight preliminary tests for drugs were also positive.
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