BY RODRICK DESURI
AUKI
Alcohol consumption among adults and teenagers in and around Auki, Malaita Province, is on the rise.
Malaita Provincial Police Commander, Superintendent Michael Ramosaea, revealed this in an interview with Island Sun last week.
He said police will be stepping up daily operations to arrest those involved in illegal drinking activities.
“People are increasingly engaging in the consumption of alcohol like kwaso and marijuana. This is especially true for those living around Auki town, and it is very concerning,” Superintendent Ramosaea said.
He stressed that drinking in public places is illegal and must stop.
“Once police catch anyone consuming alcohol in public, he or she will be charged,” he warned.
Superintendent Ramosaea further confirmed that awareness programs will be carried out to help reduce the habit of drinking, especially targeting communities where women and children are most affected.
“We have planned to reach out to people with awareness. The awareness will focus on ways that community leaders can work closely with the police,” he said.
Island Sun Auki understands that weekends are the worst periods, with many people drinking and loitering around town before boarding transport home.
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