In a coordinated response in the tourist areas of the city, in response to the call of communities against the invasion of public space and other problems raised in the Community Security Council held with the residents of Bukala, and the Secretariat of the Interior and Citizens’ Coexistence, in and in coordination with the Titan 24 plan, published in the last few hours a series of citizen monitoring operations. In these neighborhoods of the city, to restore calm and enhance security.
This action also had the coordinated participation of the Ministry of Tourism, the National Police, the Fire Department, the Local Mayor's Office 1, the Administrative Department of Transit and Transport, DATT, and the Public Space and Mobility Administration (GEMP). Continue reading: More than 70 motorcycles frozen to invade Transcaribe lane
During the intervention, various commercial establishments that disturb the peace in tourist areas were identified and addressed. In response, administrative and police measures were taken, such as a temporary suspension of activity for three days at a commercial establishment located on the shores of Bocagrande, where GEMP confiscated 25 empty beer crates, 19 construction cranes, 10 pieces of wood (pallets, boards and slats), an iron mask, And the elements that were occupying public space without any kind of permit or license.
Likewise, to strengthen security in the neighborhood of El Laguito, coordinated action between Titán 24, the National Police and DATT, allowed the immobilization of 5 motorcycles that violated the decree prohibiting the transportation of barbecue grills for men in priority neighborhoods, as well as in this 10 different violations of the traffic law were also issued and 115 people were arrested. . These operations are deployed with the aim of ensuring compliance with local regulations and preserving the environment that visitors and residents value so much.
Cooperation between institutions was essential to the success of this process. The joint presence of the authorities conveys a clear message of commitment to the safety and well-being of communities and visitors. Likewise, the responsibility of commercial enterprises to respect existing regulations and contribute positively to the tourism environment is advocated. Read also: Luz and Karen: two fireproof nations from Cartagena
These operations not only seek to restore calm in the affected areas, but also set a precedent for taking proactive measures to prevent similar situations from occurring in the future. The authorities reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment in tourist areas, and working together with the community and various actors involved in the tourism and commercial sectors.
