WILLEMSTAD - The corona measures will be enforced more strictly. Also, tougher action is taken against traffic offenders. During the press conference today, the Curaçao Police Force (KPC), the Caribbean Coast Guard and the Inspectorate of the Ministry of Economic Development (MEO) discussed a number of incidents that took place during the recent checks.
Gilmar Pisas attended the press conference on Thursday in his position as Minister of Justice. According to Pisas, the majority of the population adheres neatly to the measures. However, there is a group that does not follow the rules. "We will have to tackle the small group of people who are resisting. They are endangering the security of our country," Pisas said.
Ramesh George of the Coast Guard addressed the large gathering in Fuik Bay last Sunday. Because of the crowds, it was not responsible for employees of the Coast Guard to intervene. "The records of the boats have been registered and an investigation has been launched," George said. According to the spokesperson, there is a specific group that is responsible for the event. The legal follow-up steps are being examined in collaboration with the Public Prosecution Service (OM).
Several catering establishments have recently been closed and fines have been issued because people did not wear a mask or because the business was still open after 9 p.m. Earlier this week there was a fuss about the inspection at Zanzibar. Ronny Cornelis of MEO emphasizes that the restaurant has never been closed. "The staff worked without a mask, the owner disrupted the inspection process and was arrested," the spokesperson explains.
According to Jules Ilario of KPC, there are six areas where extra checks are made with regard to catering. The police will also take more action against reckless riding of motorcycles. "Recently we have chosen to act afterwards," says Ilario. "Any action the police take is a well-considered choice."
The KPC will also check more strictly for traffic offenders. In the near future, additional checks will be carried out on vehicle documents, wearing a seat belt and other violations. A special team has been put together to tackle the reckless use of motorcycles. The Public Prosecution Service has adjusted its approach to this. It is not possible to get a fine, the case goes to court immediately. There is a chance that the driver will not get its car or motorcycle back.
Pisas emphasizes the personal responsibility of the population. The prime minister is not pleased with the crowds at Fuik Bay. Controls will be tightened, both on land and at sea.