Studies show that usually there is an increase in criminal activity just before and during the festive season. Thus, in future to minimize the recurrence of such activity ______________. I. the police should take into custody all known criminals prior to each festive season. II. the police should take immediate action to apprehend the culprits responsible. III. the police and associated agencies should take adequate safety precautions, well before the onset of the festive season.

What is the most critical completion of the passage?