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Tasers training started, Body Cams here for Turks and Caicos Police
#Providenciales, Turks and Caicos – Tuesday, May 1, 2018 – A partnership between Miami Beach and Turks and Caicos is delivering on a training program for Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Officers, who are today learning how to use electroshock weapons, better known as ‘tasers’.
“We are about to see the introduction of new technology to the force, including Taser; Taser is a brand name which is now well known across the UK, Europe and the Caribbean and Taser is a less lethal option to be used and deployed by officers from our Tactical Team, our armed response officers and some of our patrol officers,” said Commissioner James Smith in a press conference today, May 1.
Training was started this morning explained Commissioner Smith, adding that local trainers were leading the session at the Chalk Sound station and supervised by an instructor from Miami Beach Police; described as partner in the readiness effort.
“The Tasers go to trained officers who are currently trained in the use of firearms; so tactical unit… we are looking to deploy, following training, a number of patrolling uniformed officers. Very often Tasers are used in incidents where firearms are not the appropriate methodology and officers can walk into these scenes without any prior notice.”
TCI Tactical Police to be Taser trained. File photo
During a media meeting, Police Commissioner James Smith said that patrol and tactical unit offers will be armed with the ‘shocking’ devices, which he noted are safer and effective for subduing aggressive suspects and offenders.
Also in country already are the previously heralded body cams which are also meant to bolster evidentiary information for criminal proceedings, while simultaneously working as a monitor of police behavior.
“Every patrolling officer, will have a body cam,” said Commissioner Smith, “Officers will be receiving training online. We have docking stations being installed at the police stations so that very soon you will see patrolling officers with body cameras that will record their every action and action of those individual s in the front of them that will allow us to present the best evidence in court and of course allow us to check on the behavior of our officers as they go about their daily business.”
Legislative changes were made to prepare for the introduction of the ‘body cams’ which have been cited to have a string of pluses attached to their introduction including decreasing bad behavior by police officers and improving evidence collection for accident and domestic violence scenes.
“What we need make sure that we manage them properly, the policy is there and officers understand exactly how that will change the rule…”
Body Cams as a standard part of the uniforms of patrol officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police will not begin immediately; but it was said the activation of the cameras is soon to start.
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
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