Nine arrested as police step up overnight operations across Cyprus

Police carried out targeted preventive operations across Cyprus overnight, with an increased presence in key urban areas, authorities said on Monday.

The operations aimed to prevent serious crime, protect the public and maintain public order.

As part of the action, police arrested nine people nationwide for serious criminal and other offences.

In Limassol district, officers made two arrests. One concerned a wanted person linked to a burglary and theft at a jewellery shop.