University Students Rise Up Over Poor Security On Campus
483 views · Published 18 October 2018 · 2:40 · Indexed 24 October 2026
Channel: TTT Live Online · 2018 · People & Blogs
Students attending the University of the West Indies St. Augustine Campus took a stand on Thursday against what they said was the lack of adequate security at the school. The demonstration came two days after a Year 2 student was allegedly robbed at the campus in the Female Locker Room Bathroom. What was supposed to be a Town Hall Meeting hosted by the Student Guild on Thursday turned into a standoff between students and police officers when the students blocked the Southern Campus gate. The demonstration led to two students being arrested but they were subsequently released. Guild President, Darrion Narine, said the protest was a show of the students' frustration being manifested against robberies, attempted rapes, and matters surrounding student fees. Meanwhile, Campus Principal, Professor Brian Copeland, said despite allegations, there was an 8% increase to the school's security budget. He said 165 cameras have been installed around the institution, and a new App security system will be rolled out soon.
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