Nicosia police officer arrested for drug possession

A 42-year-old police officer in Nicosia was arrested on Monday afternoon after being found in possession of illegal substances. Members of the Drug Law Enforcement Unit (YKAN) stopped the officer’s vehicle for a routine check around 3:00 p.m. During the subsequent search, authorities discovered 3.4 grams of cannabis, four handmade cannabis cigarettes, and two partially smoked handmade cigarettes containing the same substance.

Following the discovery, the officer was taken into custody for the flagrant offense of illegal drug possession. The Chief of Police has officially ordered that administrative procedures be initiated immediately to suspend the individual from duty. The suspect is expected to appear before the Nicosia District Court on Tuesday for the formal filing of charges.

The police leadership has issued a statement emphasizing its policy of zero tolerance toward any member of the force whose actions violate the law or institutional regulations. The case is being handled under strict investigative protocols to ensure transparency, and YKAN continues to handle the ongoing inquiry into the matter.