On the third day of their visit to Colombia, the Sussexes received many privileges. The news that the country’s top leaders mobilized military vehicles, helicopters and 3,000 police officers… to protect Harry – Meghan Markle attracted international media attention.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are in Colombia on a royal tour. On August 17, the Sussexes visited the Tambores de Cabildo music school in Cartagena.
On their third day in Colombia, the Sussexes received many of the same privileges as high-ranking officials. Local authorities dispatched a private helicopter to take Harry and his wife from the capital Bogota to the coastal town of Cartagena.
In addition, senior leaders sent police helicopters and drones to monitor the Sussexes’ journey. At Tambores de Cabildo school, security guards were on standby, and many roads around the area where Harry and Meghan visited were also blocked off, prohibiting people from passing through.
Harry and Meghan Markle during a visit to a music school on August 15.
To ensure absolute privacy and safety for the Duke of Sussex’s family, the Colombian government specially mobilized anti-terrorism police and ambulances outside the school.
According to the Daily Mail, the Sussexes arrived at the Tambores de Cabildo music school an hour later than expected. The two entered the school grounds amid the curiosity of the people. Throughout the process, from getting off the helicopter, moving into the school by car to walking into the school, the couple Harry and Meghan were absolutely protected. The Sussex family’s escort team was even equipped with Kevlar bulletproof vests, in case of an accident.
Outside the school, a large force of security and police officers were on duty to guard and protect King Charles’ son. Colombian marines, with snipers on top, were deployed to patrol and ensure security.
Images of military vehicles, helicopters, marine snipers and police guarding the Sussex home from outside.
After an hour of playing with the children at school, the Sussexes visited another location. The security team mobilized vehicles, blocking the view, ensuring that Harry and Meghan left quietly and absolutely safely.
Colombian media reported that the total number of police, security and caretakers on duty for the Sussexes on August 17 was up to 3,000. In addition to the school in Cartagena, the security team also followed Harry and his wife during a visit to the town of San Basilio de Pelanque, about 90 minutes away.
In addition to ensuring the safety of the Sussexes, the police force is tasked with preventing local media from approaching, taking photos and reporting speculative news that is unfavorable to members of the British Royal Family.
Hours after the meeting, the entire photo was released by the Colombian President’s office. The Sussexes’ media team sent information and photos of the event to news agencies.