The President of the Republic, Luis Abinader, led the graduation of promotions 141 and 142 of the National Police, who, after a year of intense training in areas of investigation and crime prevention, become the first officers to graduate from the police reform.
These 1,016 new agents represent a significant step in the institution’s transformation process, said the main speakers at the event.
In his speech, Abinader emphasized the importance of education in the changes being made in the Police.
“We are graduating the first police officers of the reform, with training that has doubled the previous time and a renewed curriculum. These agents now have a special responsibility to Dominican society”president
He pointed out that the graduates symbolize the beginning of a new type of agents, committed to respect for human rights and the firm fight against crime.
For his part, Colonel Yeral Pilarte Brea, director of the Training School, highlighted the effort of the graduates.
“Today we celebrate the effort and dedication of classes 141, Juan Pablo Duarte, and 142, Matías Ramón Mella. You are not only security agents, but also servants of citizens, a front line that guarantees Citizen Security and peaceful coexistence “Director of the Gaspar Hernández Police Training School
Recognitions of Excellence
During the ceremony, awards were presented to meritorious graduates.
In promotion 141, the merit for knowledge was awarded to Angie Paola Jáquez; while Evans Simeón Celestino received recognition for the discipline he always maintained at school. Both awards were presented by Major General Guzmán Peralta.
Yesica Céspedes Cordero was recognized for the police spiritfrom the hands of Minister Andrés Bautista García.
In promotion 142, Shaida Martínez Páez was meritorious for the concept of duty, a recognition granted by Mukien Adriana Sang Beng; José Antonio Brito Berroa was outstanding in discipline; and Julio César Rodríguez Encarnación received the merit for knowledge.
Gratitude
On behalf of the new agents, Angie Paola Jáquez shared some words of gratitude:
“To our instructors, thank you for your dedication, patience and for instilling in us the value of commitment and discipline. This achievement would not have been possible without the support of our families. Today, we commit to honor these values in every action and to be agents of change for our society”Graduate police officer
During the ceremony graduationthe person in charge of Human Resources of the National Police highlighted the instructions that the new employees must follow. police who will be released into the streets in their first days of service.
- “As of today, you must appear on Thursday the 14th of this week in the Naco expansion starting at 7 a.m., where you will receive instructions for service work in matters of public safety and citizen security. Congratulations to all you,” said General Esteban Figuereo García.
Commitment to reform
President Abinader reiterated his commitment to the police reformstating that new graduates must embody transparency, honesty and efficiency in their work.
“The country, the government and the entire Dominican Republic expect a lot from you. These new police officers will be the example of compliance, transparency and efficiency that our nation demands”President of the Republic
Main aspects of the police reform
The police reform Promoted by the government of President Luis Abinader, it seeks to transform it into a more professional entity committed to citizen security.
This process, which began in 2022 and is projected until 2028, focuses on several strategic axes: improvement of police training, introduction of advanced technology, optimization of management and greater control over performance.
Among the main measures are the creation of a police career system that rewards merit and standardizes salaries, the implementation of a patrol model focused on the protection of people and the strengthening of technological capabilities to combat crime.
In addition, the reform contemplates the acquisition of new vehicles and technological equipment, such as body cameras, radars and specialized software to improve the surveillance and response of agents.
All of this is backed by a significant investment and the collaboration of national and international experts to ensure a police force that guarantees quality and trustworthy service to citizens.
