According to recent news, the Prime Minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Dr. Ralph Gonsalves, has urged the police force to remain vigilant and protect themselves in the face of danger. As the minister of national security, he made this call during the passing out parade of police recruits held at Victoria Park. It’s vital that the police force takes necessary measures to ensure their safety while performing their duties.
According to Prime Minister Gonsalves, a police officer’s duty when faced with danger is to act reasonably in the given circumstance, rather than to run away.
The Prime Minister’s statement is quite confident and straightforward. He emphasizes that when facing a dangerous criminal with a weapon, one should not run away but rather meet the attacker and act reasonably in all circumstances. The Prime Minister also clarifies that in such situations, protecting oneself is the topmost priority and there is no need to engage in moral or ethical discussions with the attacker.
Prime Minister Gonsalves reiterated that police officers must act reasonably, sensibly, and wisely.