Discussing the rise of violence (from left): Lieutenant Colonel Hughes Loyez, Vice Recteur Harry Christophe, Prosecutor Xavier Sicot, Préfet Vincent Berton, and Collectivité Third Vice President Dominique Louisy. (Robert Luckock photo)
MARIGOT--Préfet Vincent Berton has said the escalation of violence amongst the youth since September, particularly with firearms, is extremely worrying. He called for a collective effort to get to the root of the problem before it gets worse.