Police in islandwide crime swoop  

POLICE CARRIED out a series of law enforcement operations across the island on Friday and Saturday morning, including car searches, raids and patrols.

In Nicosia, police searched vehicles and nine individuals but came up empty. They also raided an establishment where they caught five people gambling.

Officers seized €1,580 before charging the suspects in writing.

Eight other people found in the venue were taken to the police station to sort out fines and warrants pending against them.

In Limassol, police seized 24 computers suspected of being used for gambling. They also arrested one man who was working as a bouncer without a permit.

Two men were arrested in connection with prostitution.
Famagusta police carried out checks on 110 cars and their 145 passengers, booking 15 drivers for traffic offences.
Larnaca police booked 63 drivers for various offences and issued 58 warnings.

Police also carried out patrols in various areas to deter robberies and burglaries.

“The surprise, coordinated, and targeted operations will continue in a bid to prevent and stamp out any form of crime,” a police statement said. “They aim at safeguarding public order and further strengthening the public’s sense of security.”

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