PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos, CMC—The Governor of this British abroad territory, Dileeni Selvaratnam, has endorsed the appointment of a former high-ranking official within the Jamaica Constabulary Drive (JCF) to the submit of deputy commissioner of police within the Turks and Caicos Islands.
He’s Fitz Bailey, who retired final month from his submit as deputy commissioner within the JCF, accountable for the crime portfolio.
He had served within the JCF for greater than 40 years.
Bailey will arrive in Turks and Caicos on Sunday earlier than beginning his new position six weeks later.
Bailey will likely be anticipated to make use of his wealth of expertise dismantling gangs just like the Klansman gang, Kings Valley gang, and Uchence Wilson gang in Jamaica to halt the flare-up in Turks and Caicos.
In 2022, there have been 34 murders in Turks and Caicos – a document excessive for the nation.
There at the moment are fears that 2024 could possibly be extra bloody, with 32 murders dedicated to this point this yr.
Bailey holds a Grasp of Science in Psychology and Felony Investigation from the College of Liverpool, a Grasp of Science in Nationwide Safety and Methods from the College of the West Indies, Mona, and an Affiliate Diploma in Accounting from the Administration Institute of Nationwide Growth.
He’s additionally been awarded the Order of Distinction in Jamaica’s Rank of Officer (OD).
Bailey, 60, will work intently with Commissioner Edvin Martin, who went on go away on October 1.
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