The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) has unveiled its first mobile police station, which will be operational 24/7 as part of the ongoing efforts to combat rising crime, particularly in the city of Castries.
The mobile station is strategically positioned at Heroes Park on the waterfront, near the cruise ship terminal, to enhance safety for both residents and tourists.
In recent years, tourists visiting Castries have been frequent targets of criminal activity, including robberies. The opening of the mobile police station aims to address these concerns by ensuring a visible and responsive police presence in high-traffic areas.
Speaking at the launch on Monday morning, Inspector Bridget Algadel, head of the Community Policing Unit, emphasised the station’s significance: “This mobile police station is a bold step to address the cries of the public. It is fully functional and manned 24/7, ready to serve wherever needed.”
She noted the collaboration between the Central Police Station, the Special Services Unit (SSU), and the Marine Unit in making this initiative a reality.
The mobile station offers a range of services, including report filing and traffic department support. Additionally, drones will provide 24-hour surveillance, and ATVs will be deployed from the site for enhanced mobility.
Inspector Lucius Small of the SSU reiterated the unit’s commitment to maintaining security around the mobile station and the wider city: “We are out there in full force to ensure that both citizens and visitors enjoy the beauty and safety of Saint Lucia.”
The RSLPF explained that the mobile station can be redeployed to other locations as needed, ensuring comprehensive coverage across the island.
