Police in Madang will run special operations during the long Easter weekend to be led by the Community Policing Unit.

Provincial Police Commander, Robert Baim said the operation will commence on Thursday afternoon April 2nd and ending on Tuesday morning, April 7th.

He said the goal is simple. Keep people safe.

“This is a sacred Christian time,” he said. “People must respect it.”

He asked families and communities to keep the peace.

Police gave clear warnings that there will be no heavy drinking, no homebrew, no loud music, and no fighting or public trouble.

Mr. Baim said police will be everywhere. There will be roadblocks and highway patrols. Officers will walk through settlements. They will also do random checks.

Known trouble spots will be watched closely.

Anyone who breaks the law will be arrested.

The Community Policing Unit will stay active in all areas. Mr. Baim said this is key to keeping order.

Drivers have also been warned. Follow traffic rules. Do not drink and drive. Work with police at checkpoints.

Mr. Baim called on church leaders, parents and young people to help.

“Let us keep the peace,” he said. “Celebrate Easter the right way.”