Cyprus police made six arrests during night patrols across the island after issuing 246 traffic offence reports during routine checks. The operation saw officers stop 381 vehicles and check 487 people who were travelling in them. Police also carried out 35 premises checks aimed at tackling lawbreaking. The six people were arrested for offences including theft, illegal possession of property, illegal employment, working as a private security guard without a licence, illegal possession of duty-free and untaxed tobacco products, and for outstanding court fine warrants. During the traffic enforcement, officers issued 246 reports covering various road violations and also launched 15 investigated traffic cases. They seized 13 vehicles. Of the traffic reports, 134 were for speeding. Police carried out 89 checks for drink-driving and issued five reports after positive findings. Five drug-driving checks were carried out, with negative results. Officers said the crime-prevention operations continue daily with increased police presence, targeted checks and immediate operational action.