As per reports, the Barranquilla District Administration and the National Police have announced enhanced security measures and temporary vehicle restrictions for the Halloween holiday weekend from Saturday (31 October) through Monday (02 November).
• 1200 uniformed police officers are to be deployed across Barranquilla. The police deployment is expected to prioritise road corridors, high-traffic areas and family gathering locations, with particular attention to protecting children and adolescents.
• Vehicle caravans, mass motor vehicle tours and gatherings of vehicles are prohibited throughout Barranquilla’s district jurisdiction from 0600 hours local time (1100 hours UTC) on Saturday (31 October) until 0600 hours local time (1100 hours UTC) on Monday (02 November).
• Motorcycle circulation is also restricted along the Gran Malecón del Río road corridor on Avenida del Río, between 79th Street and the Ventana de Campeones sector, also known as Puente Batiente. The restriction covers motorcycles, motorised tricycles, quad bikes and electric motorcycle-type vehicles during the specified period.
• Exceptions apply to members of the Public Force, emergency response agencies, medical personnel attending emergencies, official vehicles on duty, contractors providing essential public services and private security supervisors.
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