Police suspend visits for inmates in lock-ups amid COVID spike

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Police suspend visits for inmates in lock-ups amid COVID spike

The police have suspended visits for inmates in lock-ups as COVID cases spike. In a release, the police communication arm said the suspension takes effect immediately. It said relatives of inmates who wish to drop off necessities should contact the...

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