The RSLPF says they will assess current crime trends and create interventions and solutions aimed at reducing illegal activity.

“The activity formed part of the first phase of consultations geared towards creating a Crime Action Plan, through collaborations which would see not only immediate social interventions but also long-term measures such as possible educational reform and opportunities,” the RSLPF disclosed.

Members of the public have continually called on law enforcement to seize crime both on the streets and in households. Youth Minister Kenson Casimir has also acknowledged the need for increased social interventions to engage youth in constructive activities.

“We've also started some grassroots programs throughout the various communities,” Casimir had stated following a few homicides in his constituency of Gros Islet. The Minister also underscored the need for better conflict resolution skills for youth as a means to reduce the occurrence of violent crime. “[This] speaks to conflict resolution, the dynamics of family and how it is that we teach our young people to coexist.”

On the police’s end, the RSLPF explained that they will continue meeting with different societal groups as part of its consultations.

“The activity, initiated by Commissioner of Police, Crusita Descartes-Pelius, included members of various faith-based organizations, the business fraternity, the arts community, youth groups, government agencies, medical professionals, law enforcement entities and other groups. The meeting was critical in recognizing the causes of crime and creating meaningful changes in the fight against crime,” the RSLPF said.

The police are also encouraging citizens to report crimes and tips to them at the toll-free crime hotline, 555, or the Crime Hotline App.