Point Fortin came alive yesterday with scores of spectators lining the streets for a military parade in celebration of the borough’s 43rd anniversary.
Mayor Saleema Thomas said security had been beefed up more than in previous years for the celebrations.
She also said she had not been informed of any Point Fortin schools being affected by the bomb threats that disrupted classes across the country yesterday.
“I only found out of the bomb scare after the parade. I have no information in regards to Point Fortin receiving any such emails...but it is something I would look into and speak to the various school within the borough,” Thomas said.
The mayor warned any persons who planned to use Point Fortin as a hub for criminal activities this weekend to think again, as there had been an increase in law enforcement in the Borough.
Mounted Branch Police officers participate in the Military parade for the Borough of Point Fortin 43rd anniversary celebrations, yesterday.
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“Over the last month, we have been having our security meetings as we plan and prepare so people can have safe and enjoyable Borough Day celebrations,” she said.
“The strength of the security measures is three times what you are accustomed to over the years and with regards to criminal activities, it is minimal because over the years the highlight of our Borough Day celebrations is persons coming and enjoying themselves.
“We haven’t had any...major criminal activities, so if you have a thought, I think this is not the place and time for that.”
Thomas said more than 20 detachments of armed and unarmed forces took part in the military parade.
The parade was followed by luncheon and a cultural show, Icons in the Sun, at the Victor Chin Kit Promenade.
