Coast Guard, local law enforcement to patrol San Juan Harbor for illegal passenger vessel operations during the San Sebastian St. Festival

News Release   U.S. Coast Guard 7th District Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin IslandsContact: Coast Guard Puerto Rico PA OfficeOffice: 787-729-2381After Hours: 787-510-79237th District Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands online newsroom   Coast Guard, local law enforcement to patrol San Juan Harbor for illegal passenger vessel operations during the San Sebastian St. Festival 01/13/2025 03:16 PM EST The Coast Guard cautioned, Monday, that Coast Guard and local law enforcement crews will be on the lookout for illegal passenger for hire vessel operations in the San Juan Harbor during the San Sebastián St. Festival from Jan. 16 to 20. “Our crews will be actively patrolling alongside local law enforcement agencies to ensure the safety of people and vessels in San Juan Harbor during the San Sebastian Street Festival,” said Cmdr. Matthew Romano, Sector San Juan chief of response. “We encourage those attending the festival to utilize the public ferry system and the organized means of public transportation announced by the Municipality of San Juan. We caution the public of illegal passenger for hire vessel operators, and to not contract any operator who refuses or fails to present their captain credentials. Illegal passenger vessel operators represent a risk to maritime vessels and passenger safety, so it is of vital importance we raise awareness to avoid any incidents that could threaten people’s safety in the water and ruin their plans to enjoy the event.”   For more breaking news follow us on Twitter and Facebook.