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Amalgamated Security Services Regional Recognition Awards Programme Ceremony for Public Law Enforcement 2023

2023-05-23T14:36:34-04:00

On a yearly basis Amalgamated Security Services invites 25 members of the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police to nominate top performers within their respective police forces for the Amalgamated Security Services Regional Recognition Awards Programme for Public Law Enforcement.

The winners are selected by an independent panel of international judges based on the nominations submitted. The awards are intended to publicly recognize police officers who by their efforts have contributed significantly to crime reduction, to the enhancement of community relations (with law enforcement), to the improvement of general safety and security and who have made an overall difference in their police force, communities and by extension nationally and regionally. Amalgamated Security Services hopes to have established a sustainable and impactful programme that will positively contribute to the motivation and dedication of Caribbean police officers.

The 2023 annual Amalgamated Security Services Regional Recognition Award Programme for Public Law Enforcement ceremony took place during the 37th Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police’s (ACCP) Annual General Meeting & Conference at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Trinidad & Tobago from the 22nd to the 25th May 2023. On day one of the conference Amalgamated Security Services hosted its Awards Ceremony at the Port of Spain Ballroom. Eighteen (18) officers were recognized in three categories for the period 2023 and 2022.

Chairman, Dr. Michael Aboud (Hon.) Speech at the Annual Regional Recognition Awards Ceremony

Ladies and gentlemen,
Distinguished guests,

Good evening and welcome to the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police (ACCP) 37th Annual General Meeting and Conference. It is a privilege for me, Dr Michael Aboud, Executive Chairman of Amalgamated Security Services Limited (ASSL), to stand before you today as we gather to celebrate excellence in law enforcement and recognize the outstanding achievements of our dedicated police officers.

Since 2015, ASSL has proudly sponsored this prestigious award in collaboration with the ACCP, fostering a strong partnership between the private sector and law enforcement agencies. We firmly believe that the prevention of crime in the Caribbean cannot be resolved through law enforcement efforts alone. It requires the concerted involvement of key stakeholders, and that is why ASSL has made it a priority to support initiatives that enhance safety and security in our region.
The Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police has a vital mission—to be the principal regional organization for promoting and facilitating collaboration, cooperation, and the development and implementation of effective policing strategies including Partnerships with the private sector., It wereas these objectives which attracted us to the ACCP and its alignment with a common goal of fostering a safer Caribbean.

In line with our shared objectives, ASSL embarked on the ASSL Regional Recognition Awards Programme for Public Law Enforcement. This initiative seeks to honour and acknowledge exceptional police officers from the ACCP's member forces, services, and departments. Each year, we recognize a total of nine outstanding individuals, three officers in each of the three categories: Top Caribbean Crime Fighter, Top Caribbean Community Policing Officer, and Top Caribbean Career Move. The winners are selected by an independent panel of judges appointed by the ACCP.

Tonight, as we gather to celebrate the accomplishments of these extraordinary individuals, we must not forget the countless men and women who serve in law enforcement day in and day out. They are the backbone of our societies, selflessly putting their lives on the line to protect our communities. Their dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to upholding the law and ensuring our safety deserve our utmost respect and gratitude.
I would like to take this opportunity to extend my heartfelt thanks to all the participating police forces and the ACCP for their collaboration and support. Your unwavering dedication to the cause of law enforcement has made this event possible, and it is through our collective efforts that we can create the environment necessary to improve law enforcement capabilities and enhance the safety and security of all.

To the brave men and women in uniform, I salute you. Your resilience, bravery, and tireless efforts in the face of adversity inspire us all.

You embody the true spirit of service and demonstrate what it means to be a public servant. On behalf of Amalgamated Security Services Limited and the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police, I extend my deepest gratitude for the sacrifices you make each day.

In conclusion, I want to once again express my appreciation to all the police officers who dedicate their lives to protecting our communities. It is your hard work, commitment, and unwavering resolve that make a difference in the lives of Caribbean citizens. Your efforts do not go unnoticed, and tonight, we celebrate you.

Thank you all for joining us in this momentous occasion, and may we continue to work together to create a safer and more secure Caribbean for generations to come.
Thank you.

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Regional Recognition Awards Magazine 2015-2023

Amalgamated Security Services Limited Regional Recognition Awards for Law Enforcement 2022

2022-06-27T10:56:35-04:00

Each year, the Amalgamated Security Services Limited (ASSL) Regional Recognition Awards Programme for Public Law Enforcement, in collaboration with the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police (ACCP), acknowledges and awards Top Law Enforcement Officers across the Caribbean region.

The programme recognizes a total of nine outstanding Police Officers from member countries of the ACCP, with three Awardees per each of the following categories:

Top Caribbean Community Policing Officer
Top Caribbean Crime Fighter
Top Caribbean Career Move

The Amalgamated Security Services Regional Recognition Awards Programme for Public Law Enforcement was launched 8 years ago in 2014. Since then, we have awarded many police officers in the various aforementioned categories.
The aim of this programme is to publicly recognize the outstanding work that police officers do and to highlight their commitment in serving the public through their diligent and continuous efforts in making their communities and in extension the region a safer place, free of crime and the fear of crime.

Today we congratulate the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service and more specifically Mr. Jacey Small in achieving the award of 1st Runner Up in the category of Top Community Policing Officer for the year 2020.

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RSVG Police Force

Congratulations Mr. Errol Alexander

2021-03-18T13:42:28-04:00

Congratulations Mr. Errol Alexander, General Manager of Alternative Security Services (St. Lucia) Limited, was presented with the St. Lucia Medal of Honor (Silver) for his contribution toward National Security, on the occasion of St. Lucia’s 42nd Independence Anniversary.

Management and staff of Alternative Security, as well as its related Amalgamated Security companies in Trinidad and Tobago; Barbados; Grenada; Guyana; Antigua & Barbuda; and St. Vincent & the Grenadines wholeheartedly congratulate Mr. Alexander on this prestigious and well-deserved award.

2020 Chairman's Christmas Message

2020-12-21T10:47:07-04:00

Our Chairman extends his personal and heartfelt Christmas Greetings to the ASSL Family and wishes everyone a prosperous and safe New Year 2021

Alternative Security Services (St. Lucia) Ltd Scholarship Awards 2020

2020-09-30T09:44:56-04:00

Alternative Security Services (St Lucia) Limited has developed an Annual Scholarship Award to the children of security guards who have performed well and gained acceptance to a secondary school.

This year saw the continuation of a Scholarship Award to one of our Security Guards, and contributions to two additional Security Guards to assist in the purchase of school books. Despite challenges being currently experienced by our company due to COVID-19, and resulting adverse effects on our revenue, we still thought it essential to provide some assistance to deserving security guards.

The following Security Guards received awards as follows:

Continued ASSL Scholarship to Security Guard Cathy Brown on behalf of her daughter Marcel Brown, who will be commencing Form 4, Micoud Secondary School;

Assistance in the purchase of books to Samantha Stephen on behalf of her daughter Abigail Herman who gained acceptance to St Joseph's Convent; and Chrystal Alphonse on behalf of her daughter Yanna Phillip who gained acceptance to the Micoud Secondary School.

Alternative Security Services Opens Vieux Fort Sub Office

2020-04-25T21:01:26-04:00

Project Objectives:
• To provide optimal operational support to customers in the south of the island
• To further improve reaction time to any customer requests
• To provide a visible presence of the company in the south of the island
• To be used as a recruiting and training facility
Operationalization Date: 30th March 2020
Location: Cedars Hights, Vieux Fort
Contact Information:
1. Telephone number – 17585729171
2. Email address - asslsentryvfort@asslstlucia.com
Person in-charge: Senior Operations Coordinator Elcana Hunte – Cell number 17584853669 Email Address – ehunte@asslstlucia.com

Alternative Security Limited sponsors Regional T20 Cricket Competition

2020-03-04T09:14:34-04:00

The company provided sponsorship for trophies and plaques for the Regional Police T20 Cricket competition which involved representatives from seven (7) Police Forces across the region (St Vincent, Grenada, St Lucia, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Dominica, British Virgin Islands) . The competition was hosted by the Royal St Lucia Police Force in St Lucia from the 19^th to the 22^nd April. Please note that the images represent the following:

T20 1 – Video representing presentation of medals to the second place team of the competition Grenada

T20 2 – General Manager preparing to present medals to second place team Grenada

T20 3 – Snap shot of the various teams at the opening ceremony on Friday the 12^th of April

T20 4 – Some of the sponsored trophies

T20 5 – Photo of GM alongside trophies

T20 6 – Commissioner Severin Moncherry of the Royal St Lucia Police Force and Retired Commissioner of St Vincent and the Grenadines Keith Miller who is a founding member of the competition

T20 9 – National flags of the participating countries

Amalgamated Security Services Regional Recognition Awards Programme Ceremony for Public Law Enforcement 2016

2020-02-20T09:42:47-04:00

The winners are selected by an independent panels of international judges based on the nominations submitted. The awards are intended to publicly recognize police officers who by their efforts have contributed significantly to crime reduction, to the enhancement of community relations (with law enforcement), to the improvement of general safety and security and who have made an overall difference in their police force, communities and by extension nationally and regionally. Amalgamated Security Services hopes to have established a sustainable and impactful programme that will positively contribute to the motivation and dedication of Caribbean police officers.

In 2016 the second annual Amalgamated Security Services Regional Recognition Award Programme for Public Law Enforcement ceremony was held in the lovely country of Suriname. The ceremony took place during the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police’s (ACCP) Annual General Meeting & Conference at the Royal Torarica Hotel in Paramaribo, Suriname, from the 16th to the 19th May 2016. On day two of the conference Amalgamated Security Services hosted its Awards Ceremony at a picturesque Surinamese location, nestled on the banks on the Suriname River which offers a breathtaking view of ships sailing up the river into the Port of Paramaribo from the Atlantic Ocean. In 2016, ten officers were recognized in three categories.

Top Caribbean Crime Fighter:

Ag. Detective Chief Inspector Adrian Kartick, Royal British Virgin Islands Police Force
Inspector Ray John Royal Antigua and Barbuda Police Force
(a) Constable Clifford Charles, Royal Grenada Police Force

(b) Senior Superintendent David Abraham, Trinidad and Tobago Police Service

Top Caribbean Community Policing Officer:

Corporal Ted King, Royal St. Lucia Police Force
Sergeant Dianne Dumont, Royal Grenada Police Force
Constable Odale Mulgrave, Royal Cayman Islands Police Service

Top Caribbean Career Move:

Inspector Leo Anglin, Royal Cayman Islands Police Service
Woman Inspector Vena Butler, Trinidad and Tobago Police Service
Assistant Superintendent Bryan Isaacs, Corps Politie

Amalgamated Security Services invited all ten awardees to all expenses paid trips to Suriname where they received their trophies publicly in front of the attending police commissioners, local law enforcement officials and other invited guests. The three first place winners additionally were awarded a cash prize of US$5,000.00 by Amalgamated Security Services. At the ceremony, Amalgamated Security Services received raved reviews and positive feedback from the winners, runner ups, the ACCP organising committee as well as the Commissioners of Police from the various ACCP.