Cyprus police conduct road safety and law enforcement campaigns

The Cyprus Police launched a nationwide awareness and enforcement campaign from October 5 to October 11, 2026, targeting distracted driving, specifically the use of mobile phones without hands-free devices. This initiative is part of the European ROADPOL "Focus on the Road" campaign. Statistical data from 2023–2025 indicates that distracted driving is the primary cause of fatal and serious road accidents, accounting for 22.1% of fatalities and 29.4% of serious injuries.

In parallel, the police executed separate enforcement operations focusing on protective equipment and crime prevention. During recent checks, 99 citations were issued for failure to wear helmets by riders of motorcycles, bicycles, and personal mobility devices, with 17 devices and 9 motorcycles seized. Additionally, in broader preventive operations, authorities conducted 605 vehicle stops, resulting in 328 traffic citations—132 for speeding—and 6 arrests for various criminal offenses, including burglary and theft. Twenty vehicles were impounded during these checks, which included 136 alcohol tests and 4 drug tests. Law enforcement continues to maintain a heightened presence across the country to ensure road safety and public order.