Demonstration in Providenciales

The road to the Provo international Airport has been blocked off by scores of residents protesting the British occupation of the Turks and Caicos Islands and are demanding for Governor Gordon Wetherell to announce a date for General Elections.

The drama unfolded from as early as 6:30 this morning when residents joined with members of the social group Turks and Caicos United for Justice and Equality in making their demands- and in the process blocked off access to the airport where some persons were seen walking with their bags to the airport.

Among those protesting and making speeches are former Premier Michael Misick, members of his former cabinet, Euwonka Selver, Devon Williams and Robert Hall. So serious were members of this protest that they have chained themselves to vehicles and vowed not to move until the Governor provides them with an answer.

With the prospect of a 24 hour or possibly longer standoff local police according to reports are currently considering a plan of action to have traffic resumed on the bus street. There were reports of Selver being threatened with arrest but Police have denied that report.

RTC News received a press release from the Royal Turks & Caicos Police Force Press officer, Calvin Chase that reads: On Tuesday 8th March 2011 Turks & Caicos Islands Police Officers in Providenciales invoked a very measured response to what was an anticipated and guaranteed peaceful demonstration by members of the public on Airport Road Providenciales.

However the demonstration took an unexpected stand where vehicles were used to block the free flow of traffic along the said road. As a result of that action TCI Police incorporated alternatives measures to ensure timely and safe passage of persons utilizing the Providenciales International Airport.
TCI Police will not tolerate any acts of unlawful behavior moving forward and there will be a zero tolerance to such activity. Those responsible for any unlawful acts can expect to be dealt with accordingly.