Philipsburg:--- Some ten officers who would be completing their training on the Bicycle Patrol were given a diploma on their achievements on Thursday. Four of the ten officers are from Statia while the other six will remain locally. At least four of the six officers are from the Voluntary Korps. Among them is one female officer known to everyone as “Maurina.” Assistant Chief Commissioner of Police Ademar Doran commended the officers as well as the trainers for their willingness to participate in the project. Chief Inspector Carl John was also acknowledged as being the machine behind the project.
The officers as well as their trainers carried a lively display in front of the police station prior to receiving their diplomas. They showed off some of the tricks they learnt over the past few days especially using their bike as a weapon to arrest criminals. Witnessing the spectacular display were Chief Prosecutor Taco Stein, Prosecutor Rienk Mud, Prosecutor Ludwina Hodge and several other dignitaries. Special credit was given to officer Maurina for taking up the challenge in wanting to fight crime.
