17 arrests in island-wide police operations over one night
Police arrested 17 people during organised patrols in urban areas across Cyprus. The arrests relate to offences ranging from illegal residence to driving under the influence of alcohol.
Seventeen arrests during night-time police operations across Cyprus
A total of 17 people were arrested during overnight coordinated police operations carried out in key locations of urban areas across the island, according to Philenews.
The offences for which the 17 people were arrested include illegal gathering, affray, illegal residence in the Republic, drug possession, failure to appear before court, and driving under the influence of alcohol.
During the operations, 363 drivers and 100 passengers were checked, whilst 21 premises inspections were also conducted, which resulted in one report.
As part of traffic control checks, 195 reports were recorded for traffic violations, of which 31 concerned exceeding the speed limit. Seven additional cases are under investigation, whilst four vehicles were impounded.
Of the 85 alcohol tests carried out, three reports resulted. A preliminary drugs test produced a positive result.
According to police, these operations form part of a daily programme of enhanced presence aimed at preventing and suppressing crime, ensuring public order, and strengthening the sense of security among citizens.
Source: Philenews