New cops urged not to abuse power

Seated from left: Assistant Commissioner of Police and Force Training Officer Paul Williams, Commissioner of Police Seelall Persaud and Assistant Superintendent of Police Bacchus pose with the most outstanding ranks for each recruit course yesterday.

Commissioner of Police Seelall Persaud yesterday urged 225 new law enforcement officers to remember their oath of office throughout their careers as it is the most effective guide in providing service to society.

He was delivering the feature address at a passing out parade held at the Tactical Services Unit’s Drill Square, Eve Leary yesterday under the theme ‘Training to Build and Strengthen the Competencies of Ranks, Through Partnerships and Monitoring of Performances’.