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On Thursday, 20 February, 14 police recruits graduated from training to begin operational duty with the RCIPS.

These 14, comprising four women and 10 men, were introduced by Sergeant Jonathan Kern, who made comment of the high caliber of the new recruits and noted their willingness to help, having successfully completed the RCIPS Recruit Training Course.

Over the course of twenty-two weeks the recruits went through rigorous training, and were also able to spend some time over the Christmas period providing support to serving officers and gaining their own hands on experience in Traffic & Roads Policing, Custody, and Community Policing Units, before returning to the classroom for the remainder of their training and final exam.

The police recruits will now be placed on shifts across Grand Cayman.

Her Excellency the Governor, Jane Owen, addressed the recruits saying, “The Cayman Islands remains focused on developing our modern police service so that we can effectively manage new and evolving challenges in our communities. As recent recruits, you play a key role in bringing fresh ideas and new perspectives. I encourage you to focus on your strengths, speak up, and share your views so we can all benefit from the skills and insights you will bring to the role”.

Commissioner of Police, Kurt Walton, also spoke to the graduating class, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and integrity. “We are committed to delivering service that is both proactive and adaptive. We have trained you in traditional policing, but it’s vital, that we can adjust swiftly to new and emerging threats in order to deliver on our vision of making the Cayman Islands Safer. You are now part of the team that will deliver this vision”. “Every day you will be shaping your personal brand, professional reputation, and legacy. This will follow you through your career. Trust is the foundation of our relationship with the public, built through collaboration and responsiveness. Never compromise your integrity. It's all we have as officers and one of the most difficult things to build if lost”.

Following the speech from the Commissioner and the presentation of certificates, PC Kristin Jackson thanked the RCIPS instructors, staff and officers who contributed to their training. Police Constable Mohammed Ramzan, then sought the assistance of the Commissioner of Police, The Deputy Governor and HE The Governor, in presenting the special awards to seven recipients who excelled in various areas during training.

• Team Spirit: PC 201 Dairelyn Pena
• Top Academic Award: PC 219 Shane Bodden
• Resilience Award: AC to PC 801 Jade Rankin
• Best Drill and Deportment: AC 723 Jamar Ellis
• Most Outstanding Student: PC 210 Giovanni Zurita
• Fitness Dedication: PC 201 Dairelyn Pena
• Leadership Award: PC 152 Kristin Jackson

Thanks were also given to our partner agencies who have helped us to deliver the training and contributed to the overall success of the recruit class.

The RCIPS congratulates the Police Recruit Class 1 of 2024 on successfully completing their training course and wishes them all the best in their future service to the Cayman Islands.