Philipsburg: ---- Police Inspectors Carlton Phillips and Carlyle Rogers receive their charter for serving the police force of the Netherlands Antilles for 35 years and 25 years respectfully. The ceremony took place in the conference room at the Philipsburg Police Station and carried out by the Minister of Justice Magali Jacoba. During her speech at the ceremony the minister expressed her gratitude to the officers for their hard work and dedication they have demonstrated during the many years of service.
She also wished them much success as they continue their carrier in the police force and encouraged them to continue being inspiring role models. Also at this ceremony were the State Secretary Ernie Simmons, Lt. Goveror Franklin Richards, leader of Government William Marlin, Acting Chief of Police Commissioner Ademar Doran,Human Resource Manager Lourdes Lake, representatives of the N.A.P.B. (Police Union) and A.B.V.O. along with other members of the local police force.
Chief Inspector Hildo Martina who has celebrated 40 years of service and Sergeant F. Pinto who has also celebrated 25 years of service were not on hand to receive their charter.