Two people were arrested on Sunday night for illegally staying in the territory of the Republic of Cyprus, as police carried out preventive operations across the island.
According to a police statement, officers stopped 579 vehicles and checked 764 people travelling in them during the overnight operations.
Police also inspected 29 premises as part of efforts to tackle criminal activity, resulting in four complaints.
302 traffic complaints recorded
During traffic checks, police issued 302 complaints for various road traffic offences.
Of these, 189 concerned speeding. Police also opened four cases involving suspected traffic violations.
As part of the investigations, six vehicles were impounded.
Alcohol and drug tests
Police also carried out 252 alcohol tests, resulting in eight complaints.
In addition, six preliminary drug tests were conducted, with three returning positive results.
The operations formed part of the police’s preventive efforts to address crime and improve road safety.
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