Police Patrols to be Strengthened as Force Adds Ten New Assets

Turks and Caicos, October 14, 2025 – Police patrols across the Turks and Caicos Islands are set to be significantly strengthened following the commissioning of ten new purpose-built vehicles for the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF).The vehicles — officially blessed during a ceremony at the Albert Grant Sr. Police Headquarters in Providenciales — represent a major addition to the Force’s ground assets and a tangible step toward improving national security and public confidence.

Her Excellency the Governor, Dileeni Daniel-Selvaratnam, Premier Hon. Charles Washington Misick, and Deputy Governor Her Excellency Anya Williams joined members of Cabinet and the Police Executive to mark the occasion. The event also featured the blessing of the vehicles by Pastor Wilbert Jennings, symbolizing protection and readiness as they enter service across the islands.

Commissioner of Police Mr. Fitz Bailey described the new vehicles as critical tools for enhancing operational response and restoring morale among officers who have long faced mechanical challenges with an aging fleet.                                                                                                                                                    “The importance of having these vehicles is a plus for the communities we serve,” Bailey said. “They are purpose-built and will inspire confidence, improve morale among officers, and generate greater public respect.”

He added that some of the Force’s existing vehicles were “in deplorable condition,” commending officers for maintaining professionalism despite those constraints.

“These new assets will have a direct impact on our operational initiatives. It is now important that we adhere to a strict regime of inspection and maintenance to ensure they remain in optimal condition and are not abused,” the Commissioner emphasized.

Governor Daniel-Selvaratnam and Premier Misick both commended the men and women of the RTCIPF for their service and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening policing capacity across the nation.

The new fleet forms part of the government’s ongoing strategy to modernize the police force and support law enforcement in tackling crime, ensuring public safety, and improving visibility in communities.

As these new vehicles are deployed across Providenciales, Grand Turk, and the family islands, the RTCIPF says residents can expect increased patrol presence and faster response times — a visible sign of the Force’s continued effort to keep the Turks and Caicos Islands safe.

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