Police act tough on those who ventured out defying norms in Kozhikode

Patrol squads maintain strict vigil around critical containment zones

Deploying patrol squads and operating mobile pickets, the police acted tough on those who defied weekend regulations put in place as part of the pandemic control measures in the district on Sunday. Though the majority were found falling in line with safety regulations, there were a few who tried to exploit loopholes in guidelines and ventured out for non-emergency purposes. Within Nadakkavu and Elathur police station limits, some of the traders who tried to carry out business without complying with physical-distancing norms were booked. There were also beauty parlour owners who faced action for not complying with directives. Details of legal action taken would be released on Monday. On national and State highways, there were multiple checking points to collect details of vehicles and passengers. Vehicles were allowed to proceed only after verifying personal affidavit explaining details of trips. Inter-district travel was strictly monitored near the district borders with separate police teams.