A CALL for wannabe ‘criminals’ has been put forward by the island charity Age Isle of Man (formerly Age Concern).
Crimes against fashion and counts of assault with deadly moustaches have been among previous convictions during previous Jail and Bail events.
The challenge, which is run annually, has proved to be a great success in the past, and this year’s event promises to be the best yet, featuring a twist on the usual format.
The 2012 event will be staged on Friday, July 13, and Saturday, July 14, with around 40 people taking part in 13 teams. However, interested teams will have to be quick, as there are only two spaces left.
This year’s teams will hopefully feature a trio of MHKs, doctors from Noble’s Hospital, lawyers and HSBC employees.
Many of the teams participating come from companies which have donated their own time and resources to help the event.
Carole Male, of Age IoM, said: ‘The weekend is great fun and is a fantastic team-building opportunity, which also helps the charity so much.’
The teams will be greeted at their place of work by two policemen, where they will be handcuffed and placed inside a police van.
They will then arrive at Lord Street ‘jail’, where they will undergo proceedings such as being fingerprinted and locked up in a cell.
Having then been transported to Castle Rushen, courtesy of Tours IoM, they will then be taken to court, all with security provided by G4S.
Perhaps a few death sentences are already being considered by judge Lawrence Vaughan Williams.
Criminals will then have to flee and escape to Glen Wyllin, camping there overnight before they attempt to make their way back to Douglas on the Saturday morning.
Team members must attempt to complete a series of tasks along the way, despite having no money and no phone.
The challenge will end at Artisan in Douglas, where a buffet and wine will be provided, courtesy of Heron and Brearley, along with the presentation of the Jail Break Shield to the winning team.
‘It makes a good amount for the charity, which is greatly needed in the present climate to keep our valuable services on the island running,’ Carole said.
To find out more about taking part in Jail Break, call Age Concern on 613044.