A 42-year-old police officer has been arrested on suspicion of illegal drug possession after cannabis was found during a vehicle search in Nicosia. The officer is being held in custody, while procedures are under way to place her on suspension.
Cannabis found during vehicle search
According to police, members of the Drug Law Enforcement Unit (YKAN) stopped a car driven by the 42-year-old for a check at around 3pm on Monday in Nicosia.
A subsequent search led to the discovery and seizure of 3.4 grammes of cannabis, along with four hand-rolled cigarettes containing cannabis and two partially smoked hand-rolled cigarettes that also contained the substance.
The officer was arrested for the flagrant offence of illegal drug possession and remains in custody.
Officer expected to appear in court
The 42-year-old is expected to appear before the Nicosia District Court on Tuesday, where proceedings are expected to be initiated against her.
The Chief of Police has already instructed that the procedures to place the officer on suspension be initiated immediately.
Police reiterate zero-tolerance policy
The police leadership has reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards any conduct or actions by members that violate the law, regulations or the principles of the force.
It stressed that all cases are investigated with full transparency and addressed promptly, without discrimination or exceptions.
The case is being investigated by the Drug Law Enforcement Unit.
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