Five arrested as police issue 304 traffic citations during overnight patrols
Police arrested five people and issued 304 traffic citations during overnight patrols that included driver checks, alcohol tests and business inspections.
Nicosia, Cyprus. Five people were arrested during regular police patrols conducted overnight on Friday, while officers issued 304 citations for traffic violations.
Arrests and inspections
Police said two people were arrested for theft, one for illegal residence, one for driving under the influence of alcohol and one for breaching the terms of a security guard’s licence.
During the operation, officers stopped and checked 841 drivers and 254 passengers. They also carried out 50 inspections of business premises, resulting in five charges related to criminal activity.
Traffic enforcement
Police identified a further 28 traffic offences that remain under investigation.
Of the 304 traffic citations issued, 67 concerned speeding violations. Officers impounded 24 vehicles during the checks.
A total of 286 alcohol tests were conducted, resulting in 22 complaints. Three drivers also tested positive in preliminary drug tests.
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