Persons attending this year’s carnival celebration are being warned by the police to take all the necessary precautions to prevent injury and to reduce the chances of becoming targets for thieves.
Assistant Superintendent of Police, Bernard Gaston said that while there will be high police presence for the two-day event, persons must be conscious of their surroundings and be sensible in their action.
Gaston stressed that excessive consumption of alcohol can lead to several unwarranted incidents.
“I want to state very strongly and caution drivers against drinking and driving,” he said.
The senior police official told the media on Friday that the Force observed in the past, during the parade of the bands, that trucks would sometimes have persons join them along the route.
In some cases, these same persons are often seen hanging outside the railings that were placed on the trucks to protect the speakers and the bands.
“I want caution very strongly against people hanging outside these trucks while travelling,” he also stated.
Gaston said not only is it dangerous, but there is a possibility of people falling off, which could eventually lead to injuries and even death.
The police official is also advising revellers not to engage in the consumption of alcohol that will lead to them losing their valuables and other items.
Meanwhile, Assistant superintendent of Police, Gregory Alexander is also warning persons against walking with any weapons or offensive instrument.
“The reason being, is somebody may annoy you and if you have this with you, you may be tempted to use it. Please be reminded that you are coming to carnival and not a war zone, he said.
Alexander is also advising revellers to leave their home secured and if possible leave a family member inside. In the cases where no one is at home, he said ensure that the property is properly secured.
For those who will be joining others to look on at the parade, Alexander said these persons should be conscious of their surroundings and try not to wear too much jewelry or open their wallets in a crowd.
“In other words, don’t do anything that will cause you to be the center of attraction to persons who came to carnival to see what they can get from you,” he stressed.
Everyone is encouraged to obey the laws and cooperate with law enforcement.
Persons who may wish to seek advice from police as to the various routes, among other things, can make contact with them on 1-758-456-3738 or 1-758-456-3716.
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