Five arrested in overnight police operations across Cyprus
Police checked hundreds of drivers and passengers, inspected 62 premises and issued 309 traffic fines during overnight operations.
Nicosia, Cyprus. Five people were arrested for various offences during overnight police operations across the island, police said on Sunday.
Arrests and inspections
The arrests involved public insult and refusal to provide personal details, driving under the influence of drugs, being drunk and disorderly, malicious damage, common assault and drug possession.
Police stopped and checked 885 drivers and 397 passengers. They also inspected 62 premises, resulting in 10 reports.
Traffic checks
Traffic checks resulted in 309 fines, including 99 for speeding, while a further 10 cases remain under investigation. Eight vehicles were impounded.
Police carried out 391 breathalyser tests, resulting in 22 reports. One preliminary drug test returned a positive result.
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