Cyprus police fine three individuals for illegal highway stop

On July 11, 2026, the Cyprus Police identified and fined three individuals following a traffic violation on a public highway. The incident involved drivers stopping their vehicles in the middle of the road to purchase watermelons. The activity was recorded in a video that subsequently circulated on social media platforms. Upon reviewing the footage, authorities successfully tracked down those responsible and issued out-of-court fines. The police officially commented on the case, emphasizing that such unjustified stops on a highway are highly dangerous and could result in fatal accidents. The incident has been used by the authorities to highlight the importance of road safety regulations.