Cabello: 3,512 tourist checkpoints activated for the national security system

Published at: 27/03/2026 01:11 PM

The Sectorial Vice President for Policy, Public Security and Peace, Diosdado Cabello Rondón, reported that 3,512 tourist checkpoints are operational throughout the country as part of the security system for the holiday season.

From the state of Anzoátegui, Cabello explained that the deployment includes 1,348 bicycles, 8 aircraft, 3,796 patrol vehicles, 555 ambulances, 172 boats and boats, as well as equipment distributed for the care and protection of seasonal workers. He noted that these resources will be “at the behest of the people throughout the country” and urged visitors to enjoy responsibly.

He indicated that precautions have been taken to avoid incidents and reinforce prevention. The operation involves 11,052 motorcycles, 72 cranes, and the random application of 7,500 toxicological tests. 468 special firefighting vehicles will also be active, due to concerns about forest fires associated with the heat wave.

Cabello announced the use of breathalyzers and the installation of signage and road awareness classrooms. He explained that drivers who exceed the speed or violate traffic regulations will be stopped and should receive a class on obligations and duties on the road.

The device will have 960 advanced and emergency medical stations, 425 tourist points, and supervision at 43 national and international airports. Cabello reiterated that the country has 511 suitable beaches, where preventive and orientation presence will be maintained.

In terms of technology, he reported that the overcrowding of the video surveillance camera system in cities is progressing. He indicated that this will make it possible to deal with incidents, accidents, preventive work and the determination of responsibilities. He noted that there are four or five states left to complete the adaptation of the Peace Quadrants and that the acquisition and installation of cameras connected to VEN 911 has already begun.

The operation also includes notary services, care in 44 national parks, 17 port authorities, land terminals and 77 migratory points. Cabello reiterated the call for citizen co-responsibility and for safe enjoyment in the country's tourist destinations.

Mazo News Team