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Police Arrest Eight Following Operations - Drunk Driver Passes Red Light

Published January 11, 2026, 07:21
Police Arrest Eight Following Operations - Drunk Driver Passes Red Light

The Cyprus Police conducted enhanced preventative operations across the island overnight, resulting in the arrest of eight individuals. The arrests were related to driving under the influence of alcohol (in four cases), refusal to provide a breath sample, dangerous driving (running a red light), assault and insulting a police officer. Over 1,140 traffic checks were carried out, resulting in over 250 traffic tickets, including 53 for driving under the influence and 59 for speeding. 18 cars, one motorcycle and one electric bicycle were also impounded.