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Cyprus police implement easter road safety measures and conduct crime operations

The Cyprus Police have announced increased road safety measures during the Easter period from April 9 to 13. During this time, authorities will focus on high-traffic urban and highway routes with intensified patrols and traffic control. Officials have declared a zero-tolerance policy for violations including speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, failure to wear seatbelts or helmets, and distracted driving. Separately, police conducted nationwide coordinated operations during the night that resulted in the arrest of two individuals for offenses including illegal residency. During these operations, officers checked 770 drivers and conducted 29 premise inspections. These efforts led to 260 traffic reports, with 96 citations for speeding and three for driving under the influence of drugs. Additionally, six vehicles were impounded during the crackdown.

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