Information from the Public Helped Solve Majority of Crime in 2024
The majority of cases that the police cracked this year were as a result of information from the public
So says Police Commissioner Atlee Rodney, who took the opportunity to commend the public for their invaluable assistance in solving numerous crimes throughout the year.
On State Media, Rodney expressed gratitude for the community’s engagement and support, highlighting the crucial role that citizen cooperation plays in enhancing public safety.
Rodney described 2024 as a year likely to present significant challenges for law enforcement, predicting it to be one of the busiest years yet.
“It was a busy year for the police. In the middle of the year…we had an upsurge where quite a few business places were robbed. The general public were right there with us. A number of the high-level cases we ended up investigating, we got from the public”, he said
Rodney said some of the illegal firearms that were pulled off the streets were also as a result of public assistance
His acknowledgment celebrates the community’s collaborative spirit and emphasizes the police force’s ongoing commitment to ensuring a safer environment for all.
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Comments (2)
Gladys December 27, 2024, 6:50 AM
We slept with our windows opened and only closed them for hurricanes. I am happy to know that the public are trusting and confiding in Police Force.
Stone December 27, 2024, 7:10 AM