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Fourteen arrested in Friday night police operations across Cyprus

Police operations held nationwide on Friday night led to 14 arrests, with 847 vehicles inspected and 310 traffic complaints filed.

Fourteen arrested in Friday night police operations across Cyprus
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Nicosia, Cyprus. Fourteen people were taken into custody during police operations conducted across the country on Friday night. The arrests were linked to a range of offences, including firearm, drug and violence-related cases.


Reasons for the arrests

The detentions concerned the unlawful possession and transportation of a firearm, unlawful stay in the Republic, drug possession, carrying a knife, and causing serious bodily harm. Further arrests were made for possession of an offensive instrument and for burglary of a building with intent to commit theft.

Vehicle and premises checks

Officers inspected 847 vehicles in total and checked 1,126 drivers and passengers. Police also examined 43 premises, which resulted in eight complaints.

Traffic offences

The traffic checks produced 310 complaints, of which 106 related to speeding.

Alcohol and drug tests

Police administered 455 alcohol tests, leading to 31 complaints. In addition, two of four preliminary drug tests came back positive.

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