A curfew has been imposed from this Wednesday, September 18 and until further notice in the districts of Fort-de-France most affected by urban violence: a reinforcement of the presence of law enforcement is also underway.
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Several nights of urban violence in a context of mobilization against the high cost of living in Fort-de-France. | AFP
The prefect of Martinique, Jean-Christophe Bouvier, announced the establishment of a curfew from Wednesday evening and until further notice in certain districts of Fort-de-France most affected by urban violence, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., as well as an increase in the presence of law enforcement.
“I also announce that I have signed a curfew order.” in some districts of the capital of Martinique, declared the prefect of this French Caribbean island during a press conference after several nights of urban violence in a context of mobilization against the high cost of living. I have asked the internal security forces to saturate the roads and roundabouts with their presence and to carry out as many arrests as possible. ” he continued.
