Students detained for illegal driving in Paphos

On October 15, 2026, traffic police in Paphos identified and detained three students, aged 17 and 18, for operating motor vehicles without valid driving licenses or insurance. The violations were discovered during targeted road safety checks conducted by the Z-squad of the Paphos traffic police during school hours.

Two of the incidents occurred in Polis Chrysochous, while the third took place in the city of Paphos, as the students were arriving at or departing from their schools. The vehicles involved were owned by the students' parents, and authorities have impounded the cars while they investigate the circumstances under which the minors gained access to them. Police have characterized the operation as part of a broader effort to curb juvenile delinquency regarding traffic offenses.

Authorities have issued a warning that strict enforcement actions will continue, citing the significant road safety risks posed by unlicensed minor drivers. Investigations into the parental responsibility and access to the vehicles are currently ongoing.