Thirteen arrested in Cyprus-wide police operations

Nicosia, Cyprus. Thirteen people were arrested during coordinated police operations across Cyprus on Friday night, police said. The operations targeted crime prevention and public safety.

Operations and arrests

Police said the arrests were linked to offences including illegal drug possession, illegal employment, drink driving and other criminal offences.

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Officers stopped 600 vehicles, checked 973 people and inspected 59 premises. The inspections resulted in 15 reports for various offences.

Traffic enforcement

Traffic officers reported 317 drivers for road traffic violations, while 11 further traffic-related cases remain under investigation.

Of those reported, 103 drivers were found to have exceeded the speed limit and 10 vehicles were impounded.

Police carried out 304 breathalyser tests, reporting 21 drivers for driving under the influence of alcohol. Two preliminary drug tests were also conducted, with both returning positive results.

Continued checks

Police said targeted crime prevention and enforcement operations would continue daily, with an increased police presence and intensified checks across the island.