Police conduct nationwide security operations resulting in 14 arrests

Overnight between October 30 and 31, 2026, the Cyprus Police conducted a series of coordinated security operations across the country to prevent criminal activity and maintain public order. Officers stopped and checked 847 vehicles and 1,126 individuals in urban areas, resulting in the arrest of 14 people for various offenses. Reported charges include illegal possession of firearms and explosives, drug possession, carrying knives, inflicting bodily harm, and burglary.

A specific incident in Limassol involved the arrest of a 27-year-old man from Israel and a 22-year-old woman from Brazil around 1:25 a.m. Authorities discovered a loaded short-barreled shotgun and 11 additional cartridges inside their vehicle. While some initial reports cited ages of 26 and 21, the Cyprus Times clarified the ages as 27 and 22. Both suspects remain in custody as the Limassol Criminal Investigation Department (TAE) continues to investigate their intent.

In addition to the arrests, police conducted 43 checks on commercial establishments, issuing eight citations. Furthermore, traffic enforcement efforts led to 310 reports of road violations. These operations represent a broader effort to bolster public safety through increased patrols and targeted preventive measures.