The Mayor’s Office and the Police of Manizales implement operations and sanctions to avoid disorders and protect security on Halloween.
The Manizales Mobility Secretariat and the National Police are carrying out stricter controls and more severe penalties for motorcyclists who are caught participating in the so-called ‘terror rides’ during the Halloween celebration.
They pointed out that in In the caravans on October 29, 103 motorcyclists were caught traveling in disguisemaneuvering dangerously and causing disruption to public order for which they became creditors of onerous summonses, while 51 motorcycles were immobilized.
And in a Unified Command Post in advance around noon this Friday, October 31, the Manizales authorities established the actions that are implemented this October 31 and November 1 to guarantee security and coexistence during the Halloween celebrations and weekend activities. The measures seek to prevent incidents, protect life and promote citizen responsibility in public space.
The operational plan involves the Secretariats of Mobility and the Interior, the Metropolitan Police, the Risk Management Unit and other agencies of the Manizales Mayor’s Office, who will work together on traffic controlsalcohol consumption prevention operations and surveillance in high-traffic areas.
One of the most relevant points defined in the PMU is the total ban on caravans or filmed during the night of October 31 and the morning of November 1. This decision seeks to avoid acts of disruption to public order associated with excessive speed, obstruction of roads and overcrowding on motorcycles or private vehicles.
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The Secretary of Mobility of Manizales, Juan Felipe Álvarez Castro, explained that the measures are strictly preventive in nature.
“We want this October 31 to be lived with joy, but with responsibility. Vehicles or caravans will not be authorized, because The most important thing is to take care of life. We invite parents to always be close to their children and drivers to not mix the steering wheel with alcohol. Security is everyone’s job.”
During the days The presence of authorities will be reinforced in commercial, banking and recreational areas to prevent crimes such as theft and guarantee public order. Awareness campaigns will also be carried out so that parents keep children accompanied, avoid costumes that limit visibility and promote the use of reflective elements when traveling on public roads.
Likewise, it was recalled that The sale of liquor to minors is prohibited and the consumption of alcoholic beverages will not be permitted in vehicles or in unauthorized public places. The authorities recommend that citizens use public transport or authorized taxis and refrain from driving under the influence of alcohol.
The Mayor’s Office of Manizales reiterated your call to live these dates with prudencerespect and responsibility, highlighting that celebrations are an opportunity to strengthen family and community coexistence.
“Security and citizen culture must go hand in hand in a city that values life,” concluded the PMU message.
Source: Integrated Information System
