Two men in prison for Covid-19 offences

Police confirm sentences of six and four weeks

Police say two men arrested and detained for offences relating to Covid-19 have now been sentenced to time in prison.

One person was absent from a residence and also failed to follow medical instructions, officers say - he's been sentenced to six weeks in jail.

Another male had already been warned but was found drinking and socialising on a beach - he's been given four weeks.

Two other people are reportedly in the cells for Covid-19 offences, waiting to be dealt with, and officers say they have arrested several people over the past week.

The penalties for breaking these laws can be up to £10,000, or three months in prison.

Update on these two males. Both have been to Court and have been sentenced to time in IOM Prison. First matter for 6 weeks and second one for 4 weeks. https://t.co/Vh81FJC6ie

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