Port of Spain Community Oriented Policing Section

26/11/2022

It is without doubt, that crime and violence are among the most significant challenges which affects each one of us irrespective of age, gender, race, class, religion, ethnicity, or political affiliation. Despite many bold and ambitious efforts over the years involving both social and law enforcement approaches to reduce crime and violence, these issues remain as significant challenges. The commonality across religions serving the nation gives us common ground on which to build solid interfaith relationships.
More than ever, our beloved Trinidad and Tobago is in need of a divine intervention.

18/11/2022

Lecture conducted by Sgt BRAITHWAITE at the Belmont Boys Government Primary School P.T.A meeting. Parents were sensitized about professional interactions with members of the teaching body.

01/11/2022

An opportunity to represent the TTPS in Local Regional Tournaments

23/10/2022

It's been an amazing 4weeks! The Port of Spain Community Oriented Policing Section concluded the first cycle of their Parenting Workshop. Heartfelt gratitude extended to the facilitators who took time off from their Saturday's to impact their knowledge upon the participants.

Week 4 Topics: Conflict Resolution & Parenting Styles and Decision Making

Our facilitators this week were Mrs. Keewyn Walrond-Hazel, Ms. Kathy-Ann Ford and our very own, Sgt Braithwaite.

15/10/2022

Week 3 of our Parenting Workshop:'Connecting with your Child'
Special thanks to our facilitators Ms. Louange Davis and Mr. Marcus Dowdy
Topics covered today:
* Coping with daily stress and frustrations
* Communication problems and strategies

09/10/2022

The Port of Spain Community Oriented Policing Section Parenting Workshop- 'Connecting with your child'
Session 3 completed!
Special thanks to our facilitator Ms. Beverly King
Topic covered today:
* Dealing with your child's emerging sexuality.

02/10/2022

Port of Spain Community Oriented Policing Section Parenting Workshop- 'Connecting with your child'
Sessions 1&2 completed!
Special thanks to our facilitators Dr. Nichola Harvey-Mitchell, Mrs Judy Gill and Mr.Warren Saunders.
Topics covered today:
1. The importance of parenting in your child's life.
2. Helping your child succeed in school.

26/09/2022

Eastern Boys Government Primary School held their "Walk to Sucess" on Friday 23rd September 2022. Officers of the Port of Spain Community Oriented Policing Section provided security and traffic control for this event.

26/09/2022

On Saturday 24th September 2022, officers of the Port of Port of Spain Community Oriented Policing Section provided assistance to the Port of Spain East Lions Club in their door to door book drive 'Giving the Gift of Literacy". This project was done in the Makai Lands, Belmont Area.

12/12/2021

Port of Spain Community Policing Unit preparing for our 'Give to Live' Hamper Drive

06/12/2021

04/12/2021

Give a gift to Live this Christmas!!!
Come Support Pos Community Oriented Policing Section 'Give to Live' Christmas Hamper Drive!!
How Can You Help?

We are currently accepting donations of non perishable food items Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am to 4pm at Pos Community Oriented Policing Section: Level 1 Besson Street Police Station Piccadilly Street, Port of Spain between the hours of 8am to 4pm.
Contact: 360-0330/775-2376/307-2059 for further information!!!

25/10/2021

In our continued efforts to bring relief to those in need.

08/09/2021

Port of Spain Community Oriented Policing Section continues to partner with NGO's in our quest to enhance community partnerships, by developing proactive strategies to empower citizens

WHAT BETTER WAY TO CELEBRATE OUR 59TH INDEPENDENCE DAY !!!!

PORT OF SPAIN COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING SECTION TEAMS UP WITH
THE LIONS CLUB EAST PORT OF SPAIN FOR A BOOK DRIVE AT ST. BARBS, AND CROWN LANDS PORT OF SPAIN.

07/09/2021

Port of Spain Community Oriented Policing Section continues to partner with NGO's in our quest to enhance community partnerships, by developing proactive strategies to empower citizens

WHAT BETTER WAY TO CELEBRATE OUR 59TH INDEPENDENCE DAY !!!!

PORT OF SPAIN COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING SECTION TEAMS UP WITH
THE LIONS CLUB EAST PORT OF SPAIN FOR A BOOK DRIVE AT ST. BARBS, AND CROWN LANDS PORT OF SPAIN.

06/09/2021

Parents and guardians, Parenting TT will be hosting a free webinar for you! Join in on discussions about the anxieties of school reopening that both children and adults are feeling all over the country. Get helpful guidelines and have your questions answered!
You can register here: https://forms.gle/Snuhr4WgbyhQ4ezH6 , after which you will be directed to the Zoom invitation.

(Photo credit: School photo created by mego-studio - www.freepik.com)

05/08/2021

More highlights from our recent Food Hamper Distribution. Please click the link below.

https://www.facebook.com/161514243867265/posts/4510106099008036/

05/08/2021

Such a remarkable accomplishment in giving, can be directly attributed to partnerships with businesses, and the generous support of individuals.

Special thanks to:

1. Chee Mooke Bakery Ltd.
2. Kiss Baking Company
3. Better Price Mini Mart
4. Ray's Liquor Store
5. Blue Waters
6. Stop & Shop Mini Mart
7. Payless Supermarket
8. Generous Individuals

04/08/2021

Hey Guys!!
Today we visit Fort George
Come join us on our journey!!
Did You Know?

Fort George, Formerly called La Vigie, was part of a complex of fortifications, the building of which began in 1804 under the direction of the then British Governor, Brigadier-General Sir Thomas Hislop. The fortifications consisted of sea defences and a series of supporting batteries: the York, Princess Charlotte, Abercromby and Cambridge on the lower slopes and the Cumberland to the North above the Fort. Considered impregnable, it was the major defensive position in the island, but never to experience military action.

In times of rumours of war, the merchants of Port of Spain would store their records and valuables at the fort. Fort George ceased to be a military establishment in 1846. A signal station was established there and continued operation until November 1964.

This signal station, built about 1883, was designed by Prince Kofi Nti, son of King Kofi Calcali of Ashantee, West Africa. He arrived in Trinidad on 1st July 1881, having become a ward of the British Government after a war against the Ashantees in 1872. A major restoration of the building took place in 1965, three years after Trinidad gained its independence.

01/08/2021

Did you know?

In 1833 Thomas Buxton presented The Emancipation Bill in Parliament. The Act was passed and came into effect on 1 August 1834. One hundred and fifty one years later, on 1 August 1985 the government of Trinidad and Tobago declared Emancipation Day a national holiday to commemorate the abolition of slavery.

The history of the New World since Columbus re-discovered it is one of conquest, pillage, exploitation and forced migration of a people. For more than three centuries millions of people were forcibly transported from their homes in Africa, across the perilous Atlantic Ocean to the New World, where they were forced to labour on sugar plantations for the rest of their lives.

This enslavement of a people continued until events in Europe changed the fortunes of the West Indian and North American colonies. Humanitarians started questioning the validity of slavery, there was competition from beet sugar producers in Europe, and the advent of the Industrial Revolution spawned the rise of a new group of influential men in the British Parliament who believed that slavery was no longer economically viable.

As we celebrate this auspicious Day
May it be filled with love, peace, understanding, and happiness!!!!
Happy Emancipation Day from the members and staff of Port of Spain Community Oriented Policing Section

Information provide by NALIS
OTHER RESOURCES:

Act for the Abolition of Slavery throughout the British Colonies
The National Archives of the United Kingdom: Caribbean Histories Revealed
Land/Slave Deeds
Emancipation Day Exhibition and Photo Gallery 2008
Emancipation Day Parade Photo Gallery 2007

14/07/2021

Collaborating with stakeholders to bring relief to those in need.

29/06/2021

Saturday 26th June 2021 - Covid-19 Relief Initiative

The Port of Spain Community Policing Unit received eighty (80) fresh produce packages from Charlotte Street grocer, Ms Pet - owner of Better Price Mini Mart. With items also being received from the FEEL Foundation, hampers were created and distributed to households within the Port of Spain Division. This initiative was spearheaded by SDO i/c Sgt Braithwaite.

05/05/2021

25/02/2021

Quick tip to parents.

21/06/2020

In commemoration of Fathers Day we interviewed Fathers who shared with us What Does Being a Father mean to them in this heart felt video.

20/06/2020

We Salute you Fathers!!!!
In appreciation of your positive contribution to society
We say thank you!!!

19/06/2020

We appreciate you Fathers!!!
In commemoration of Fathers day we asked Fathers What does being a Father mean to you? and this is what they had to say:

18/06/2020

Community Policing Unit Port of Spain have recognized the significant role of fathers in society and the pivitol role they play in the lives of children. In appreciation of your positive contribution to the world. We Salute You Fathers!!!!

17/06/2020

Tune in daily!!! To our WHAT DOES BEING A FATHER MEAN TO YOU? Interview segment, as we celebrate 'Fathers" in commemoration of Fathers Day.

05/06/2020

Special thank you is extend to SEWA International TT for their contribution of food hampers to our food drive. Hampers were distributed to families in need within the Port of Spain District and environs.