WILLEMSTAD - During a police operation from Friday night, April 12, to Saturday morning, April 13, 2024, twelve people were arrested for residing illegally on the island. The operation, carried out by the Action Team of the Otrobanda police in collaboration with the Punda/Montaña police and the units of U.S.T. and L.B.D., targeted establishments that needed to verify permits.
In addition to the arrests, two snack bars were closed because their permits were not in order, and two other establishments were caught stealing electricity.
The Action Team, reinforced by personnel from M.E.O., Customs, and Aqualectra, inspected a total of five establishments. The action is part of a larger effort to strengthen compliance with local laws and regulations. Three of the arrested women were later released on condition that they report to the authorities. The remaining nine individuals, including five men and four women, remain in custody pending deportation.