WILLEMSTAD - Minister of Justice, Mr. Shalten Hato, has instructed his Ministry's Management Team to meet with the Management of SDKK prison to evaluate the situation at the Foreigners Reception and Detention Center (VODC) and come up with sustainable solutions.
As it was reported yesterday, four undocumented individuals managed to escape from this facility after causing various destructions. The infrastructure and security measures, together with the Management and staff of VODC, will be evaluated.
In the coming days, necessary adjustments will be made to raise the level of security without compromising regulations and international standards for the accommodation of undocumented individuals.
The VODC is a facility in Curaçao that houses undocumented individuals who have been apprehended by authorities. Its purpose is to provide a safe and humane environment while their cases are being processed. The recent escape of four individuals has raised concerns about the security measures at the facility.
In response to this incident, the Ministry of Justice is taking steps to improve the security measures at the VODC. The meeting with the Management of SDKK is a positive step towards finding sustainable solutions that will ensure the safety of both the staff and the individuals being accommodated.
The evaluation of the infrastructure and security measures at the facility will help to identify areas that need improvement. It is important that these improvements are made while also adhering to regulations and international standards.
Overall, the Ministry of Justice is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals in their custody. The recent incident has highlighted the need for improvements at the VODC, and the Ministry is taking this matter seriously by taking concrete steps towards improving the security measures at the facility.