TO: Effected Civilians
From: Captain Daniels of LNS-Greystone
To summarize the situation, a Rienland Unit was discovered in Liberty System. The unit had escaped from NewYork to the Penn System. I had taken Field Command of LPI and Naval units under Military Operational Procedures, and issued order of blockaded entry and exit point of Penn System. It is procedure to isolate the system, to ensure safety among the masses. A order had not been issued before the Zoner incident to allow access out of system. We had just successfully gained control of lockdown of Penn. System; and were in the process of identifying friend and foe and whether the Rienland unit was acting alone or was being supported by third parties. I had received a request from Naval Cruiser (I assure you, the vessel was of a Navy Guard ID) on what orders are for civilian vessels wanting to leave system. Before I could issue order to allow all civilian units exit passage, Zoner and additional vessel had run the blockade. I would expect this behavior from a Junker but from a Zoner I was very surprised. Neither the less, civilian safety was and is my priority concern.
We are not in the practice of shutting down Jumpholes and Jumpgates for pure amusement. It takes considerable time, energy, and resources to maintain such an operation. Not to mention hurts trade and commerce within our systems. In addition, hinders and strains relations with other factions.
I understand in trying situations such as this; tension is high and confusion is a primary factor. A little patience and common respect may avoid confrontations. I thank you for your understandment in this situation.
Result of Blockade, was isolation and destruction of the invading Rienland Unit. I wish to thank all Civilians for their patients and support involved in this matter.
