EVEN if it means calling for a limited State of Emergency, the Government needs to do whatever it takes now to stop the spiraling crime situation. This is according to three business chambers who released a joint statement on Tuesday following the circulation of several violent videos on social media.
They stated: “It seems as though the population does not have confidence in the relevant authorities when it comes to national safety, hence we call on the Government to take control of the burgeoning crime situation even if it means calling for a limited State of Emergency in the interest of the people of Trinidad and Tobago.”
“It is evident that we have lost respect for public spaces as seen on many viral videos that was shared via social media recently, thus begs the question. What about those that were not captured? It appears we are becoming a land of anarchy and chaos.”
The chambers said more resources must be given to all authorities to curb the situation and Government should seek assistance from other countries who had similar situations and was able to solve such problems.
The chambers added: “More resources should be given to the forensic authorities to assist in detection rate by increased staffing and updated technology. Given the recent positive changes made in the licensing department, this information should be shared with the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service by introducing a fully computerised system to detect criminal activities, for example, using on-board computer systems in police vehicles, dash-cam and vest-cam systems. Strengthening of the maritime borders should also be of a major priority by utilising current port container scanners.”