The Police ramped up their presence on the roads Saturday night, conducting 572 vehicle stops that resulted in 258 charges for various traffic violations. The operation highlights an intensifying national strategy to combat crime through targeted patrols and immediate enforcement.
Drink and Drug Driving Surge
Officers focused heavily on sobriety testing during the blitz:
–Breathalysers: Out of 470 tests conducted, 49 drivers tested positive for alcohol and face prosecution.
–Narcotics: Two drivers failed preliminary roadside drug tests.
–Seizures: Police impounded eight vehicles for further forensic examination and investigation into traffic offences.
High-Profile Arrests
Beyond traffic stops, the operation led to two significant arrests. In Limassol, officers apprehended a man wanted for an assault involving grievous bodily harm. Meanwhile, in Nicosia, a second individual was taken into custody after refusing to provide a sufficient breath sample for a final alcohol analysis.
These targeted actions form part of a reinforced security plan designed to suppress crime through high-visibility policing across all districts.
