The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) concluded its Police Week Activities on Saturday with a grand motorcade dubbed ‘The Police Train’. The activity commenced at the Gros-Islet Police Station, with stops made at every police station around the island.
The motorcade was a vibrant display of the police force’s commitment to building rapport with the public.
According to the RSLPF, Commissioner Pelius (who led the charge) tasked the Commanding Officer at every police station to initiate an activity that would assist in realising this objective.
The activities culminated at the Richfond Police Station, where the commissioner expressed immense gratitude for the efforts of the rank and file of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force. Pelius implored the officers to remain diligent, professional and courteous in the execution of their duties.
“The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force remains dedicated to strengthening the partnership between the police and the public as we continue to create safer communities together,” the RSLPF noted in its post.
This year Police Week commenced with the following:
– A church service in Dennery on Sunday November 26, at the St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church which was held immediately after the Commissioner’s Parade. Following the service, the RSLPF proceeded to the Dennery Playing Field where officers participated in a friendly football match against a team from the community.
– On Monday November 27, officers spent the day preparing for two major events, both geared at providing information to the public, making their contribution to fighting crime and receiving support, easier.
– On Tuesday November 28, the RSLPF held a press launch at its headquarters to introduce a Crime Hotline app.
– On Wednesday November 29, members of the public were treated to an Open Day at all police stations in the country between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
– On Thursday November 30, the action moved to the Waterfront (officers attached to the Marine Unit put on a thrilling display at the Castries Harbour).
– On Friday December 1, an in-house March and Shoot Competition took place, involving representatives from all departments of the Royal St. Lucia Police Force.