Police arrest 10 in overnight operations across Cyprus

Local drugspolice Police arrest 10 in overnight operations across Cyprus Astinomia10 002 1024x684 Relevant News Police arrest 10 in overnight operations across Cyprus 17 June 2026 Historic Harley-Davidson motorcycle restored at Cyprus Police Museum after five decades 17 June 2026 G7 leaders unite in support to Ukraine, agree to add pressure on Russia 17 June 2026 Newsroom 17 June 2026 FacebookXWhatsAppEmailPrintViber Police arrested 10 people during overnight operations across Cyprus as part of increased patrols aimed at preventing serious crime, maintaining public order and strengthening public safety, police said. The arrests concerned offences and checks, including impersonation, unlawful stay, identity verification, common assault, unlawful possession of untaxed tobacco products and other matters. During the operations, officers stopped and checked 554 drivers and 168 passengers. Police also carried out checks at 39 premises as part of efforts to tackle delinquency, resulting in four reports. Traffic checks led to 291 reports for various road offences, while police also opened eight cases involving suspected traffic violations. Among the reports, 95 concerned drivers exceeding the speed limit. Police also impounded nine vehicles as part of the operations. Officers carried out 105 alcohol tests, which led to seven reports. Two drivers also tested positive in preliminary narcotest checks. Police said crime prevention and enforcement operations continue daily, with increased police presence, targeted checks and immediate operational action aimed at protecting citizens and maintaining public order. Subscribe to our Newsletter Latest News Historic Harley-Davidson motorcycle restored at Cyprus Police Museum after five decades G7 leaders unite in support to Ukraine, agree to add pressure on Russia Trump’s Iran war weighs on G7 economies, but don’t expect hard talk in France Anti-corruption report: How judge Solomonides seems to be linked to Russian oligarch Dmitry Rybolovlev Anti-corruption report recommends prosecution of former minister over state land allocation US–Iran draft deal published by Al Arabiya outlines ceasefire, sanctions relief and Hormuz reopening Masked suspects rob food delivery rider and passenger in Episkopi Follow en.philenews on Google News and be the first to know all the news about Cyprus and the world.