Minister of Justice Lyndon Lewis Swears in 5 Officers from Aruba to Assist St. Maarten

On Monday August 12, 2024, the Honourable Minister of Justice & acting Minister of Education, Culture, Youths, & Sports Mr. Lyndon Lewis swore in five officers from Aruba who have arrived in St. Maarten to bolster the local law enforcement team. 

These officers have been brought in to strengthen personnel capacity, particularly considering the upcoming elections and to help address the recent surge in crime on the island.

The swearing-in ceremony marks a significant step in enhancing public safety and ensuring a secure environment during this critical period. Minister Lewis expressed his gratitude to the officers for their commitment and readiness to serve, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between the islands in maintaining law and order.

The newly sworn-in officers will begin their duties immediately, working closely with local law enforcement to support ongoing efforts to combat crime and ensure a peaceful election process. Minister Lewis reaffirmed his dedication to safeguarding the community and stressed the critical role that these additional resources will play in achieving this goal.

This initiative reflects the continued commitment of the Ministry of Justice to protect the people of St. Maarten and maintain stability in the region.

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