Cyprus, Nicosia

Results of road traffic checks over the past 24 hours

18.01.2026 / 10:27
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Police of Northern Cyprus carried out large-scale traffic raids across the country.

According to the Polis Genel Müdürlüğü, 1,885 drivers were checked during the day.

Results of the checks:

  • 300 drivers were fined
  • 23 vehicles were taken off the road
  • 1 driver was arrested

Most common violations:

  • speeding — 152 cases
  • drunk driving — 10
  • driving without insurance or a license
  • failure to wear a seat belt
  • driving defective or uninspected vehicles

Police emphasize that checks will continue to improve road safety

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