Cyprus police arrested three people after preventive operations that stopped 875 vehicles and checked 1,175 people across urban areas. During the night, officers ran organised patrols in key locations to prevent serious crime, maintain public order and increase public safety. Police carried out 62 checks on premises, which led to 24 complaints. Traffic controls produced 291 complaints for various offences and 15 investigations into traffic violations. Officers also detained eight vehicles. Speeding accounted for 60 of the traffic complaints. Police issued 31 complaints for driving under the influence of alcohol and three for driving under the influence of drugs. In total, police conducted 311 alcohol-impaired driving checks and six drug-impaired driving checks. The three arrests involved offences including threat, traffic violations, and outstanding court fine warrants. Police said the preventive operations continue daily with increased presence and targeted checks.