Filenews 4 August 2023
A large number of hits concerning mainly vulnerable children were recorded in just one week since the launch of the Schengen Information System in Cyprus.
An announcement by the Ministry of Justice specifically states that 48 positive searches, concerning vulnerable children, but also persons sought to appear before judicial authorities, as well as persons who may be involved in terrorism, have been recorded in just one week since the start of the system's operation.
Data recorded by the National SIRENE Bureau of the Directorate for European Union & International Police Cooperation, in cooperation with the National SIS Office of the Information Technology Department of the Police Headquarters, indicate that from July 25, the day of the system's launch, until July 31, an additional 507 messages have been received, which were handled by the National SIRENE Bureau, and a total of 83 messages have been sent, for various cases, concerning both hits and national alerts.
With the operation of the system on July 25, it is now possible to simultaneously check through the Police systems both at the points of entry / exit in the Republic, as well as during police checks within the territory with the Schengen Information System.
In addition, the authorities of the Republic have the ability to enter their own entries into the system.
The efforts of the National SIRENE Bureau, for the smooth start of the operational operation of Cyprus SIS, are assisted by members of the SIRENE Bureau in Greece, where with their experience they guide both end-users and SIRENE members on issues that arise.
The aim of the Police is to continue training, but also to support all users of the system to make the most of its potential.
CNA
