The capital's police told how to celebrate New Year and Christmas without incident

December 20, MINSK . The HEAD of the department of law enforcement and prevention of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Minsk City Executive Committee, Sergei Gorokhov, told a press conference how to celebrate the New Year and Christmas without incident, BELTA correspondent reports.

“I would like to draw attention to ensuring personal safety, the safety of homes and property during the holidays. After all, burglaries and other property crimes are possible just before the New Year, directly during the New Year’s period and even on New Year’s Eve. Therefore, when leaving somewhere, you need to worry in advance about the safety of personal property. We always recommend the most effective measure - connecting a security alarm," said Sergey Gorokhov.

You should also be vigilant when celebrating holidays at home. “Possible situations when various citizens come to the apartment under absolutely any pretext, from presenting some prizes or gifts to promotional sales. People dressed up for a holiday also come. If you didn’t invite them, always remain vigilant. It’s better not leaving these people unattended, keeping them in sight is necessary in order not to become a victim of a crime - theft or fraud. because no one checked their personal data with them) they are conducting some surveys and collecting signatures. it should be borne in mind that on December 17, the collection of signatures for the nomination of candidates for deputies in the framework of the 2024 election campaign began, it will last until January 15. Therefore, in order to To make sure that everything is carried out within the framework of the current legislation, those collecting signatures need to check that they have an identification card issued by the district election commission and an identification document with a photo. These documents are presented to citizens upon request. Those who come must provide information about their deputy, they do not distribute this information, they can only announce it, citizens can familiarize themselves with it, check the documents and make their own decisions without any pressure,” the head of the department informed.

He recalled that the law does not prohibit ALCOHOL consumption. “But the mere presence of a holiday is not a basis for violating criminal or administrative legislation. It is necessary to remember this. As for festive events, so that the celebration of the New Year does not end in tears, tragically or with sick leave, one should remember the rules for the use of pyrotechnic products , which must be purchased at specialized points of sale. Incorrect use of pyrotechnics in prohibited places can lead to damage to one’s own or someone else’s property, as well as to bodily harm. We have not had such cases in Minsk this year yet, but there are already facts on the territory of the country injury from pyrotechnic products,” the law enforcement officer noted.

Sergei Gorokhov paid special attention to purchasing tickets for various concerts and cultural events. They should be purchased only at specialized sites, and not second-hand from unverified sources. Because there are cases of resale of printed electronic clone tickets.

“As for the public events themselves, on New Year’s Eve in the capital, the main events are planned on the site near the Sports Palace until four in the morning, and the festive program will also be held on Oktyabrskaya Square, on the territory of the Upper Town and on the Parisian Commune Square. When these events are held, by decision of the Minsk City Executive Committee The sale of alcoholic beverages by the glass is permitted, but this is only in the event venues directly, please note. Again, in order to prevent citizens who are in a state of strongalcohol intoxication , as well as with explosive pyrotechnics and other prohibited and restricted products for free circulation, the work of filtration checkpoints will be organized. Separate checkpoints will be organized for disabled people, veterans, and parents with young children. To avoid queues, we always ask citizens to arrive early, limit themselves to personal belongings only, and remain extremely vigilant regarding the safety of personal property. Access to the site of the Sports Palace will be provided both from the side of building No. 2 on Pobediteley Avenue and from the side of Melnikaite Street. Those who regularly participate in events in this territory have long known the principle of skipping. Luggage storage facilities will be installed on the site where vacationers can leave their belongings. Additionally, I would like to draw your attention to the fact that entry to events with animals will be prohibited and, as always, they will not be allowed in with personal mobility equipment. Security will also be ensured at regional sites; about two dozen of them have been organized. We will inspect all places with the help of sapper and pyrotechnic teams, we will bring squads closer to all places of public events, we have provided all the necessary measures. Traditionally MinskFor the period of Christmas and New Year's events, the police are transferred to an enhanced version of duty in order to qualitatively and fully ensure the safety of citizens - residents of Minsk and guests of the capital. We ask you to treat all these measures with understanding and take into account the advice that was given,” concluded Sergei Gorokhov.