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Cyprus police conduct island-wide safety operations

Cyprus police have been conducting a series of intensive, coordinated overnight operations across urban areas to prevent crime and maintain public order. Reports from various sources indicate fluctuating statistics regarding the operations, with some sources reporting 11 arrests for offenses including drink-driving, illegal property possession, and unlawful stay. Police records show that between 502 and 916 vehicles were stopped, with 689 to 1,231 people checked during these patrols. Authorities conducted between 35 and 38 inspections of business premises, resulting in four to nine reports for various violations. Traffic enforcement was a primary focus, with police issuing between 321 and 492 fines for road offenses. Additionally, officers carried out numerous alcohol tests and impounded 10 vehicles as part of their investigations. The police have confirmed that these targeted operations will continue on a daily basis to ensure public safety.

Original Sources

Police arrest 11 in overnight Cyprus-wide operation
in-cyprus.com · 13 March 2026, 07:54
Police Arrest Four in Nationwide Crime‑Prevention Sweep
Famagusta Gazette · 10 March 2026, 17:00
Cyprus Police Arrest Five in Crime‑Prevention Sweep
Famagusta Gazette · 9 March 2026, 21:00
Four arrested in Cyprus police night operations
in-cyprus.com · 9 March 2026, 07:57