In the first half of 2026, the Patrol Service detected 2,288 crimes, Factor reports. Compared to the same period last year, there has been an increase in cases involving drugs, weapons, and counterfeit documents. The number of wanted persons located has also risen.
Cases of drug detection reached 1,300, an increase of 80. Incidents involving illegal arms and ammunition grew by 35, totaling 132. The rate of bladed weapon detection rose by 19.9 percent. Due to work with the public, cases of voluntary weapon surrender have also increased.
Patrol officers uncovered cases of theft, hooliganism, physical assault, and illegal logging. Figures related to counterfeit documents recorded a significant increase. This year, 301 cases were registered, compared to 60 in the previous year. Most of these, 300 in total, were counterfeit driver's licenses.
Ninety wanted persons were located, up from 51 last year. The Patrol Service continues its round-the-clock operations. The goal is to respond quickly to alerts and ensure public safety.
