Police arrested nine people during overnight patrols aimed at preventing serious crime, maintaining public order and strengthening the public’s sense of safety.
The arrests came during coordinated policing operations in which officers detained nine suspects for a range of offences, including illegal possession of explosives and offensive instruments, illegal possession and supply of drugs, unlawful possession of property, unlawful stay in the Republic and drink-driving.
During the overnight operation, police stopped 1,168 vehicles and checked 1,408 people travelling in them. Officers also carried out 59 premises checks aimed at tackling offending, which led to five reports.
Traffic enforcement checks resulted in 321 reports for various road offences, while police also opened 19 cases involving traffic violations under investigation. Thirteen vehicles were impounded as part of the operation.
Among the traffic offences, 118 reports were issued for speeding and 24 for drink-driving. Police also recorded three drug-driving cases following preliminary narco-tests. A total of 576 alcohol tests were carried out on drivers.
Police said the coordinated operations, aimed at preventing and suppressing crime, continue daily with an increased presence, targeted checks and immediate operational action to protect the public and safeguard public order.
