NSC to launch public meetings on crime prevention

The National Security Council (NSC) is set to initiate a series of community meetings aimed at enhancing public involvement in crime prevention.

Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley recently told reporters that these engagements will help shape the territory’s national strategy on non-operational policing matters. “The National Security Council, similar to what we’re doing in tourism, is about to embark on a series of meetings in the community. These meetings will help to inform our national strategy as it pertains to non-operational issues from the police,” Dr. Wheatley stated. The initiative follows a recent surge in criminal activity across the territory. While the police already have a crime strategy in place, the Premier noted that these discussions will extend beyond law enforcement to include other agencies.

“I think they’re currently working from a strategy on crime. But we’re speaking about a strategy that goes outside of the responsibilities of the police and goes into other agencies as well,” he explained. Dr. Wheatley further highlighted ongoing efforts to tackle crime, including legislative reinforcements such as the recently passed Police Amendment Act. He added that police have identified groups responsible for some of the recent crimes, and the United Kingdom will be providing resources to support their work.