Cops to be rewarded for outstanding service

(CNS): The RCIPS is introducing a new awards night designed to recognize the men and women of the police service that have gone above and beyond the call of duty. The RCIPS Outstanding Service Awards dinner will take place on Friday, 18 March, at The Ritz-Carlton, where six awards will be presented for Police Officer of the Year, Support Staff Member of the Year, Special Constable of the Year, Diversity Award, Police Welfare Award and Community Award. The recipients of the six awards will be selected by the premier and the governor, the police said. (Photo by Dennie Warren Jr)

“The RCIPS is staffed with many dedicated, selfless, and skilled personnel, and we wanted to set aside a special evening to recognize the most exceptional professionals within our ranks,” said Police Commissioner David Baines. “It’s also an opportunity for the community to say thank you to those who serve and protect us, to forge new relationships, and to strengthen ties between members of the RCIPS and the Cayman community.”

All proceeds from tickets sales will go to the Police Welfare Fund, which provides financial assistance to RCIPS members, their families and dependents in circumstances not covered by public funds. This could include police members experiencing a serious illness or injury, or a death in the family.

The evening is being funded by corporate and community sponsorship and donations and no government funds have been allocated to stage the event, a spokesperson stated. The evening will include a three-course dinner with wine, live music and dancing. The event runs from 6:30pm to midnight. The awards presentation takes place at 9pm. Tickets and underwriting sponsorships are still available. Tickets are $150 per person with corporate tables of 10 available. For tickets and sponsorship inquiries, please call 945-6566.