Five arrested during islandwide police checks in Cyprus
Police arrested five people during patrols on Tuesday night, checking 456 vehicles and 32 premises and issuing 263 reports for traffic offences.
Nicosia, Cyprus. Police arrested five people during islandwide checks on Tuesday night, conducted through organised patrols at key locations in urban areas.
Arrests and vehicle checks
According to a police statement, the arrests concerned offences including illegal residence in the Republic of Cyprus, illegal possession of drugs and assaulting a police officer, among others.
During the operation, officers stopped 456 vehicles and checked 599 people travelling in them.
Traffic offences
Police issued 263 reports for various traffic offences, including 100 for speeding. A further ten cases involving suspected traffic violations remain under investigation.
Seven vehicles were impounded as part of police investigations. Officers also conducted 140 alcohol tests, resulting in four reports.
Premises inspected
Police checked 32 premises as part of efforts to tackle offending, resulting in five reports.
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