The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) welcomed 156 recruits who trained for the past six months in preparation for joining the noble profession of policing.
Batch 1 of 2023, Squads A through F, officially became police officers on Wednesday 22nd May, 2024 at a graduation ceremony held at the Barracks Square, Police Academy, St. James.
Commissioner of Police, Mrs. Erla Harewood-Christopher, congratulated the newly minted officers on their success, acknowledging the significance of their achievement. She commended them for sticking through the tough training as policing is not for the faint of heart. The Commissioner encouraged the officers to let their service bear the hallmarks of P.R.I.D.E. (Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dignity, and Excellence).
She reminded the officers of the tennets of the organization and that the tasks undertaken is national duty which is matched by national trust, adding that “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing,” famous quote from Philosopher, Edmund Burke.
Guest Speaker, His Worship, Alexander Prince delivered an inspirational address to the graduates, recounting, personal hardships and his own time in the police service. He stressed the need for personal self-belief and daily affirmations as vital tools for success.
Also on hand to celebrate with the recruits were DCPs Junior Benjamin and Natasha George, ACP Winston Maharaj, Asst. Supt. Kerry Lumpress, Provost, Police Academy, Dr. Simon Alexis, ASP Richard Taylor and Head, Corporate Communications, Joanne Archie.
The new officers will continue with their Passing-Out Ceremony at 4 pm on Wednesday 29th May, 2024 at the Police Academy, St. James.