More than six in ten traffic reports issued during a single night of police operations across Cyprus were for speeding. The figures come from targeted preventive patrols carried out on Sunday night, which also led to 11 arrests for a range of offences.
According to a police announcement on Monday, officers carried out organised patrols at key points in urban areas across the island. The aim was to prevent serious crime, maintain public order and increase the public’s sense of safety.
The night in numbers
- 11 people arrested
- 533 drivers and 134 passengers stopped and checked
- 350 traffic reports issued, 216 of them for speeding
- 281 alcohol tests carried out
- 41 premises inspected
- 6 vehicles impounded
Arrests and alleged offences
The 11 people were arrested in connection with various offences, including:
- Illegal stay in the territory of the Republic of Cyprus
- Illegal possession of duty-free tobacco products
- Illegal possession of property
- Theft
- Drug possession
- Driving under the influence of alcohol
Speeding tops traffic offences
Police issued 350 reports for various traffic violations during roadside checks.
- 216 of these, or more than six in ten, were for exceeding the speed limit
- Seven further traffic cases are under investigation
- Six vehicles were impounded as part of police examinations
Alcohol and drug testing
- 281 alcohol tests resulted in seven reports
- One preliminary drug test was carried out, with a positive result
Premises inspections
Police also carried out 41 inspections of premises aimed at tackling offending. These resulted in five reports.
Daily operations to continue
According to the announcement, policing operations to prevent and suppress crime continue every day. They involve increased police presence, targeted checks and immediate operational action, with the aim of protecting the public and maintaining public order.
