Famagusta police conduct enforcement campaign on personal mobility devices

Famagusta traffic police conducted a 24-hour enforcement campaign ending on Friday, October 2, 2026, aimed at regulating the use of personal mobility devices such as electric scooters. The initiative focused on ensuring compliance with safety and traffic laws in areas where such vehicles are restricted.

During the operation, officers issued a total of 34 complaints against users. The violations included nine instances of riding outside designated traffic lanes, eight cases of failure to wear a helmet, and three instances of operating devices in prohibited areas. The remaining complaints covered various other traffic-related infractions. This campaign is part of a broader ongoing effort by local authorities to prevent and reduce the frequency of serious and fatal road accidents.

The police have confirmed that the campaign is continuing, indicating that further enforcement actions and monitoring of personal mobility device usage will take place in the near future to ensure public safety.