These sessions were administered through multi day courses aimed at improving the skills and knowledge of law enforcement. To-date, the officers completed two courses.

“[Officers] participated in the Major Case Management course at the Police Force Academy. The course culminated on Thursday March 14, 2024, with a closing ceremony. The course was facilitated by Hugo Boilard, Nedo Mirjanic and Michael McCreedy of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, in conjunction with the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force,” a police statement said.

According to the RSLPF, the Major Case Management System utilises a command triangle formation in every major case investigation. This approach enhances investigative capabilities and streamlines the handling of complex cases.

57 participants benefited from this training which included 4 members of the Guyana Police Force and 1 Customs Officer from Guyana. 3 members of the Saint Lucia Customs and Excise Department were also part of the proceedings.

“The inclusion of regional counterparts, and other national bodies, underscores the RSPLF’s commitment to crime fighting by cooperating with other agencies, locally and regionally,” the police said.

Officers also participated in a second course called the High Value Target workshop.

This was aimed at enhancing the skills of officers in identifying priority targets using advanced methodologies. This intensive workshop equipped participants with the tools and knowledge necessary to effectively combat crime and maintain public safety.

“This workshop was facilitated by personnel from the Office of Anti-Narcotics Bureau (OFAST); Intelligence Unit in the Caribbean and Spain. Seventeen (17) law enforcement officers, including three (3) members of the Saint Lucia Customs and Excise Department benefited from this workshop,” the RSLPF said.

At the commencement of 2024, the Police Commissioner promised increased training for law enforcement personnel to make them meet international standards.