Nine arrested in Cyprus police operations as 332 traffic offences reported

Nicosia, Cyprus. Nine people were arrested during targeted preventive police operations across Cyprus on Monday night, while officers reported 332 traffic offences.

Police said the operations involved patrols at key locations in urban areas aimed at preventing serious crime, maintaining public order and increasing public safety.

Arrests and checks

The arrests involved alleged offences including unlawful possession of property, theft by an employee, illegal stay, assaulting a police officer and resisting lawful arrest, lighting a fire in the countryside, illegal possession of drugs and failure to appear in court.

During the operations, officers stopped and checked 547 drivers and 185 passengers. They also carried out 34 checks on premises as part of efforts to tackle criminal activity, resulting in one report.

Traffic enforcement

Traffic checks resulted in 332 reports for various offences, while six additional cases remain under investigation.

Of the reports issued, 128 concerned speeding. Six vehicles were impounded.

Police also conducted 188 alcohol tests, which resulted in eight reports.

Continued operations

Police said crime prevention and enforcement operations would continue daily through an increased police presence, targeted checks and operational action intended to protect the public and maintain public order.