Prime Minister Kamla Persad Bissessar S.C. Says She Will Not Hesitate To Call Another S.O.E. If Needed

“Following the highly successful State of Emergency, during which 3,552 persons were charged, last night the Special Operations (SO) Bill was passed in the House of Representatives. Next week, the SO Bill will be passed in the Senate without amendments.

However, if serious threats to the safety and security of citizens re-emerge, I will not hesitate to put the country under another SoE.

I want the local drug mafia and the violent gangs to understand clearly that the cells at Teteron and MSP await again if you continue your criminal behaviour. You have tortured and terrorised law-abiding citizens for three decades, and that must come to an end. You, your families and supporters will continue to face harsh and brutal consequences if law-abiding citizens cannot live in peace because of your actions.