Extra police officers are carrying out patrols and enforcement on the Isle of Wight in a bid to stop people breaking coronavirus rules.
Officers are carrying out COVID patrols at supermarkets, ferry terminals, beauty spots - and where necessary, stopping vehicles.
These officers, as well as the regular teams, will also be taking a tougher stance on COVID enforcement.
Police have said they will be attending suspected incidents where the law around COVID is being breached.
Posting on Facebook, Sgt Radford, said:
"I will also be working some of these dedicated duties and I will expect the public to be wearing masks in shops, although shops are enforcing this if I see you are not wearing one I will be asking you why.
"I can understand that if you have a medical condition this might feel intrusive, but we are at a point in the pandemic where this is necessary.
"Any interaction with the police involving masks would be constructive and handled with sensitivity. This might be the first time anyone has had interaction with an officer. I don’t intend to make anyone feel belittled or upset, it would be a quick interaction. I love talking and engaging with the public and it would be friendly.
"It is also important to know that just because the COVID rules say that you can do something, doesn’t mean that you should. I have seen first hand the effects of COVID on healthy men and women of all ages - and I am personally taking every precaution and limiting every interaction.
"When you are offered a vaccination, get one. Do not let fake news or ‘trolls’ try to spread false and malicious information. The only way we are getting out of this is for everyone to have a vaccination.
"You are also responsible for your children. If they are under 18 and not adhering to the law, as a parent or carer you will be responsible - and you may be issued with a fine."
More information on the law and guidance around COVID can be found here - https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus
You can report a breach of COVID rules here - https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/c19/v7/tell-us-about-a-possible-breach-of-coronavirus-covid-19-measures/
The Police have additional officers conducting COVID patrols and enforcement on the Island. This will include...
Posted by Isle of Wight Police on Thursday, January 14, 2021
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