Two people have been issued Penalty Infringement Notices (PINs) over alleged breaches of the Public Health Act in the Northern Beaches.
Just after 4pm yesterday (Sunday 20 December 2020), officers conducting patrols of Manly stopped a man and woman on East Esplanade.
The 60-year-old Padstow man and 39-year-old Bankstown woman did not have a lawful excuse or exemption for being in the Northern Beaches.
Both were issued an infringement notice for fail to comply with requirement of public health order – COVID-19. They were also directed to leave the area.
Officers continue to conduct patrols of the Northern Beaches area to enforce the Public Health Orders.
Police continue to appeal to the community to report suspected breaches of any ministerial direction or behaviour which may impact on the health and safety of the community.
Anyone with information regarding individuals or businesses in contravention of COVID-19-related ministerial directions is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.