Cop: Tobago still a safe place for fun

“Each year Tobago sees an influx of tourists for the Tobago Heritage fest, the Great fete, the Great Race and Emancipation Day celebrations.

I would like to assure the public, both local and foreigners that the TTPS is prepared to treat with any increase in individuals.

We would like to assure our visitors especially that we at the TTPS are working assiduously to ensure your vacation is a safe and enjoyable one.” Hazel added that while the service is prepared to deal with the increase in persons on the island, he urged visitors to use caution when venturing away from the hotels after dark. “The TTPS is requesting that all persons heed the suggestions of the police and secure all valuables in a vault or safe, avoid walking around with large quantities of cash or valuables, avoid taking rides from strangers and please be aware of your surroundings at all times.” ASP Michael Pierre agreed with Ag Supt Hazel’s sentiments and called on parents to ensure that there children were in the care of a responsible adult before leaving the house.

He also urged parents to avoid entering large crowds of persons with small children as they may suffocate or become lost.

“I would like to make a particular plea to parents, please ensure that your child is secure and in the company of a trusted, responsible adult if you need to leave them at home for any period of time. Avoid leaving them in the care of the elderly or the infirmed and also try to avoid entering a crowd with small children as they may suffocate.”