WILLEMSTAD - Child rights advocate Keith Carlo is calling on Justice Minister Shalten Hato to address a recent incident that unfolded during last weekend's Carnival festivities. The incident involved police officers attempting to apprehend an individual on the sidelines of the carnival parade, resulting in a significant altercation. Carlo contends that the police showed a lack of concern for a three-year-old boy, exposing him to violence and placing him in great jeopardy. According to Carlo, this is not the first instance where the police have overlooked the safety of children.
With a longstanding commitment to championing children's rights, Carlo expressed strong condemnation for the images of the brawl circulating on social media, describing them as 'repellent.' He insists that law enforcement must prioritize the safety of children, ensuring they are shielded from harm on public roads. Carlo places the responsibility for the police violence squarely on Minister Hato's shoulders, holding him accountable for the precarious situation in which the young boy found himself. Additionally, Carlo is urging the provision of Victim Support assistance for the toddler affected by the incident.