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Police arrest nine in overnight crime prevention operations

Police arrested nine people and filed 346 reports after overnight operations involving vehicle checks and raids on establishments.

Police arrest nine in overnight crime prevention operations
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Nicosia, Cyprus. Police arrested nine individuals overnight during operations aimed at combating crime and enhancing public safety.


Arrests and checks

The arrests were linked to theft, illegal residence, refusal to undergo a breathalyser test, assault against a police officer, malicious damage and outstanding arrest warrants.

Police stopped 680 vehicles, checking their drivers and 204 passengers.

Traffic and establishment inspections

A total of 346 reports were filed for various offences, including 185 for speeding, five for drink driving and one for driving under the influence of drugs.

Police also inspected 36 establishments and filed three reports.

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