The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force received a Polaris Ranger vehicle donation yesterday (July 17th) courtesy of the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) and Turks and Caicos Resorts Economic Council (TCREC).
Commissioner of Police Edvin Martin, during the handover ceremony at the Police Headquarters, Airport Road, Providenciales, expressed appreciation for the donation, which is intended to make the TCI a better and safer place for both officers conducting their duties and civilians going about their lives.
Commissioner Martin said, “This handover represents the close working affiliations between the Force and our stakeholders and a continuous desire to make the community safer. Thank you for your support and trust. This vehicle will enhance our crime-fighting efforts, secure the neighbourhood, and increase police visibility.”
TCHTA President James McAnally, Chief Executive Officer Stacy Cox, Secretary Nello Lambert, TCREC, and TCHTA member Ken Patterson were in attendance.
Shortly after the presentation, Mr. McAnally said, “We are proud to support our local police department by donating a Polaris Ranger. At TCHTA, we believe in fostering strong community partnerships, and this contribution underscores our commitment to enhancing safety and security in our community. We look forward to seeing this vehicle’s positive impact in assisting our law enforcement officers in their critical work.”
Deputy Commissioner Rodney Adams, Superintendent (Community Policing and Division B) Dwight Gardiner, Assistant Superintendent Kemron Lowhar, and acting Insp. Kevin Clarke was also present.