The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force Community Policing Unit bicycles are repaired and properly packed with new gadgets for better biking patrols, thanks to the Turks and Caicos Islands Hotel and Tourism Association.
On Monday 4th, April 2016 Mrs. Stacy Cox handed to the Commissioner of Police Mr. James Smith, fully functional and newly maintained bikes on behalf of the TCIHTA.
“I am delighted that TCI HTA continues to support the Police as we seek to ensure we maximize our visibility in the communities we serve. The use of bicycles allows our officers to patrol in a way that they can interact with people, particularly in our tourist areas and are accessible to them. As we deliver more patrolling officers, these bicycles will ensure offices are mobile, visible and responsive.” Said Commissioner Smith.
“Bicycles help the police interact more with the public.” Said Assistant Superintendent of Police Hilton Duncan. “Unlike patrolling in vehicles, persons can stop the police and speak to them. Also, on a bicycle, common obstacles are easily cleared. It’s faster to stop, manipulate the bike over a fence, and then ride on. Therefore, It makes it easier for the police to get to areas that a vehicle cannot access.”
The bicycles were repaired and geared with sirens and flashing lights. Helmets and gloves were also purchased for the officers who will be using them.
These bikes will be used to patrol the Lower Bight and Gracebay areas.
