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Davidson Valerie addressing press briefing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Acting Chief of Police Davidson Valerie has said the police acted lawfully in dispersing what he describes as a \u201criotous and tumultuous\u201d mob who were bent on disturbing the public peace and causing violence during protest actions on Wednesday.<\/p>\n

On Wednesday morning truckers for the Tipper Truckers Association blocked the main road in Canefield, demanding more work on government projects, and better wages. They allege that works are given to Chinese truckers while not enough is given to locals.<\/p>\n

The protest essentially cut off the capital from the west, north, and eastern parts of the island from the capital Roseau. The police were quick on the scene and the protest remained largely peaceful, although there were a few scuffles between them and the protesters. On at least one occasion, a policeman was filmed kicking a man while in conversation with a police inspector, much to the horror of journalists who were filming the event. The police, in full riot gear, eventually used tear gas to disperse protesters.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe police acted lawfully in dispersing the riotous and tumultuous mob who were bent on disturbing the public peace and causing violence,\u201d Valerie said while addressing a press briefing on Thursday. \u201cThe situation was exacerbated by the mob who threw stones and bottles at the police.\u201d<\/p>\n

He continued, \u201cIn their circumstances, necessary actions were taken by the police to disperse the crowd and bring an end to the disorder that had prevailed at the time.\u201d<\/p>\n

Valerie made it clear that the police will utilize all lawful means to bring the perpetrators involved to justice.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, Valerie said the actions of the Tipper Truckers Association were unlawful and contrary to section 68:1 of the Vehicles and Road Traffic Act No. 46:50 of the Dominica revised laws 2017.<\/p>\n

\u201cOn Wednesday, October 16, 2024, a number of truck drivers participated in an unlawful protest action on the EO Leblanc Highway in Canefield. The Chief of Police did not receive any request from the Tipper Truckers Association or anyone acting on their behalf to hold the protest action,\u201d he remarked.<\/p>\n

Valerie stated that the Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force (CDFP) is obliged by law to ensure that citizens and visitors to the country go about their business undisturbed and unhindered and the police force must protect the lives of citizens and visitors and their properties.<\/p>\n

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