The community of Five Cays has been grappling with a troubling surge in serious crimes.
This rising wave of violence was the focal point of a Town Hall Meeting held on July 9th, where residents voiced their dissatisfaction with the increasing firearm-related incidents, illegal migration, and the perceived lack of police presence and engagement in their community.
In response, on August 20th, Commissioner of Police Edvin Martin and Assistant Commissioner of Police Darron Williams led a coordinated police walkabout through Reece Street and Matilda Way in Five Cays.
This initiative, which forms part of a broader effort to address community concerns, aimed to: ∙ Enhance public safety and trust
∙ Deter criminal activity
∙ Engage with residents to understand their concerns and gather input
Commissioner Martin and his team engaged directly with several community members during the walkabout, including elderly residents, business owners, and children.
Residents appreciated the visit and stressed the importance of sustained police presence to combat crime and restore security.
Officers also visited the Felix Morley Community Centre, where they connected with local youth and participated in basketball games, further fostering positive interactions. Superintendent Dwight Gardiner, ag. ASP Kirton Sutton and ag. Insp Sherina Lightbourne, along with MP for Five Cays Hon. Rachel Taylor and officers from the Community Policing, Response, and Operations Units, were also present.