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Inside this issue:

Editorial Note 2

News about the Service 3-4

Service Innovation & Improvement 5

Interesting Arrests & Detections 6-7

Heroic Deeds & Actions 8

Community Policing & Social Activity 9

Legislative Changes & Court Highlights 10-11

Training & Development 12-14

A Window on the Outside 15

Views & Opinions of Readers 16

Good News from Police Officers & Families 17

Sports, Athletics & Leisure 18

Promotions, Retirements & Awards 19-22

Police Humour 23

Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed or statements made in this Journal are entirely those of the authors and should not be considered as an endorsement of editorial, official or Force policy. They therefore, do not commit the Police Force, any officer or any other person or authority and render them liable in whatsoever manner.

We are already on our fourth publication and have completed the symbolic one year cycle. It is a feat that needs celebration! Here our valiant and dedicated contributors deserve more than our praise for keeping this relatively young flame of our publication lighted. The Editorial Team is now also hinging on more solid pillars developed through the mass of appreciation received from various quarters as well as the strong commitment of contributors to keep this publication going. The rising confidence and ability of our team to put up a journal of quality standard with a diversity and richness of articles is a matter of praise and to our readers we have this to say: thank you for your support and encouragement. Your views and feedback have allowed us to constantly review and improve our standard. On this trend, we are confident that the Police Journal is gradually entrenching in the tradition of the Force and providing lifelong opportunities of learning and acquiring important knowledge. On these encouraging remarks, we wish readers a pleasant ride through this edition and a prosperous New Year 2013.

Editorial Committee

Editorial Note

Chairperson : Secretary : Treasurer : Editor/Coordinator : Members : Co-opted Members :

Mr Bhojoo, DCP CI Dayal Mr Choomka, MFO Mr Louison, ACP Mr Atawoo, Manager (P&S) Insp Coothen PS 3819 Purhooa WPS 124 Teeroovengadum PC 4992 Mungur CI Dawonauth CI Frichot Insp Gopooloopadya Insp Elliah Insp Teckha Cdt Insp Jayeprokash PS 5020 Teelhawod PS 1235 Beesony PC 2497 Lacchman PC 5402 Luchmun

Launching the Crimestoppers Scheme

NCG Officer Awarded Mountbatten

Medal

The Launch of Force Strategic

Documents

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Crimestoppers Scheme - Fighting Crime Anonymously The Crimestoppers scheme, launched on Wednesday 24th October 2012, now enables the community to communicate information pertaining to crime, through a toll–free and user friendly number, the‘148’. In its quest to fight crime coupled with the strategies aimed at increasing the community’s involvement in creating safer neighbourhoods, the Mauritius Police has introduced a Crimestoppers scheme. This new form of partnership consists in encouraging the community to provide crime solving information to Police, under the cloak of

anonymity. This scheme has a proven track record in many countries, like the UK and Canada. Information obtained has, indeed, been crucial in solving cold crimes. This new system guarantees anonymity and confidentiality and

hence, promotes public confidence and reduces the fear of reprisals. It also alleviates the apprehension associated with tedious criminal justice processes faced by witnesses. The concurrence of the community, through this new approach, is expected to assist Police in the detection of crime and in the elucidation of some criminal cases which have so far remained unsolved. Recourse to the ‘148’ is likely to gain momentum as the community becomes further aware of its existence and its utility through community policing.

PS 6452 Bangaleea Central CID

Remembrance Day – A Tribute to Veterans of World Wars I & II Remembrance Day (also known as Armistice day/ Poppy day) is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth countries since the end of World War I to remember members of the armed forces who died in the line of duty. Fighting and hostilities ended at 11 am on 11th November 1918. Subsequently, it became a living tradition to celebrate Armistice Day every year, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. In Mauritius, a ceremonial parade is held in front of the monument at the entrance of Royal College Curepipe. The 2012 traditional parade was made up of

Police Officers from SMF, SSU, NCG, PHS and a detachment of WPCs. A Guard of Honour formed up in front of the memorial of the unknown soldiers followed by a wreath laying ceremony. This ceremony was graced by the President of the Republic of

Mauritius, His Excellency Kailash Purryag, GCSK, GOSK and the Right Hon. Prime Minister, Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, GCSK, FRCP. Members of the Diplomatic Corps and other dignitaries were also in attendance.

LT Durbarry SMF

20 Police Riders Reinforcing Road Safety Unit (Motorcycle Division) On the 14th December 2012, the Road Safety Unit Motorcycle Division of the Traffic Branch was reinforced by 20 newly acquired motorcycles make Yamaha Virago 250cc. The overall aim is to enhance road safety across the island. This new fleet is meant to

News about the Service

Wreath laying at the Unknown Soldiers Memorial, Curepipe

Senior Officers at the launch of ‘148’

Presenting wreath to H.E. the President of the Republic of Mauritius for laying at

the memorial

Police riders taking possession of the newly acquired motorcycles

Police Officers answering ‘148’ toll free phone calls

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augment Police visibility, improve Police response as well as target careless, inconsiderate and reckless drivers/riders and other road users committing breaches of the traffic laws and regulations, that is, help deal with potential killers on road.

Insp Virasami Traffic Branch

Launching of Force Strategic Documents

The Force strategic planning cycle is now fully entrenched. On 28.12.2012, Police launched their Policing Plans for year 2013 in line with the reform programme undertaken since 2010, wherein MPF vowed to develop its permanent strategic

planning capability. These plans, elaborating the objectives set by Police for the coming year, were presented to the media firstly, to demonstrate Police commitment to fight crimes and ensure community safety and secondly, provide an inkling on last year’s achievements. This is the third consecutive year, Police are publishing their Force Annual Policing Plan and Divisional/Branch Annual Policing Plans. These set out policing issues that MPF will address during the following year and the various performance indicators for measuring the level of success in relation to each objective. The strategies spelt out in these plans have been formulated through a well defined process comprising the identification and analysis of threats and consultation with the community and stakeholders. They are therefore tailor-made to the needs and expectations of the community. Divisional Commanders and Branch Officers present at the launch expressed their commitment to implement the Policing Plans. Police also seized this opportunity to state how they fared in relation to priorities set last year. These achievements will be elaborated in the forthcoming Force Annual Report. All said, MPF is resolute in its endeavour to creating a safer Mauritius in line with its vision “With you, making Mauritius safer”.

News about the Service

Defining Police Stations Area boundaries in Rodrigues The Police Stations boundaries in Rodrigues Division were delimited and gazetted on 08.10.2012. Indeed, with the growing development in Rodrigues, and for ease of policing, it became imperative to demarcate the boundaries of Police Stations in the island. This was made possible with the active support of the Police Drawing Office. Now that all Station Managers are aware of their respective areas of responsibility; their tasks of identifying and engaging the community they police have become easier. On the other hand, local residents now know the station they are expected to call to solicit Police service. This initiative is expected to develop, yet new forms of partnership for promoting safer neighbourhoods New NCG Building Equipped with CCTV Surveillance

On 20.11.2012, Rodrigues NCG moved to a new building at Pointe Monier seafront. The building is equipped with a CCTV Surveillance System and thus offers an additional facility for a better monitoring of the movements of ships as

well as the coastal area in the vicinity of Port Mathurin harbour. This new operational environment enables NCG personnel to respond more promptly to situations warranting their intervention. Inspector Genave, officer-in-charge, comments “the location of this new facility, its set up and the technological support available will help bolster up our effectiveness.”

Insp Grandcourt Staff Officer Rodrigues Division

New Plaine Corail Police Station

Launching of strategic documents at the Police Planning Unit

Force Annual Policing Plan and Divisional Annual Policing Plans 2013

The new NCG Building at Point Monier

Monitoring by CCTV Surveillance

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Service Innovation & Improvement

Force readiness to monitor and coordinate activities and duties related to these two elections that were to be held within a short span of one week i.e. on the 02nd and 09th December 2012 respectively. It became incumbent on FETOR to deal with all administrative matters such as the preparation of the Force Operations Orders pertaining to the printing and security of ballot papers, the transfer of ballots papers and boxes, Polling and Counting Days. Prior to Polling Day, it continuously monitored all policing-activities and triggered all relevant actions. During the Polling and Counting Days, it also assumed a critical role in ensuring coordination of duties of those on duty at Polling and Counting Centres, Divisional Operations Room and Police Information and Operations Room (PIOR). FETOR turned out to be instrumental in ensuring the smooth unfolding of these two major events.

PPRU Staff Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Automated External Defibrillator (AED), a life saving device is now available in almost all Police training establishments. The purpose of the apparatus is to provide immediate first-aid to resuscitate victims of cardiac arrest. Recently, Dr Gungadin, CPMO held a one-day workshop at the SSU Training Establishment on the methodology and guidelines to be followed to effectively operate the AED. In his exposé, CPMO explained the benefits of this life saving apparatus. He pointed out that sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a condition in which the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. When this happens, blood ceases to be pumped around the body. Having this light and portable AED at hand, offers the possibility of quick reanimation of a victim. The provision of this apparatus to Police establishments where personnel are exposed to strenuous training is yet another innovative step taken by MPF and is a means to provide a safe system of work in line with the philosophy of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 2005.

PS 1235 Beesony SSU

Customer Service Counter: A Way Towards Excellence Curepipe Police have moved to new heights in their commitment to offer a better service to the community, by introducing a customer counter at the Police Station. This initiative aims at streamlining access to police services and ensuring customer satisfaction. It is based on the motto ‘The first impression counts”. The scheme includes amongst others: the designation of an officer styled Customer Care Officer to welcome and direct customers and provide them with the information required, the introduction of a card system to ensure order and decorum at the Police Station, and the introduction of survey forms as well as a suggestion box to obtain feedback from members of the public calling at the station. This laudable initiative by the Station Manager and his team is highly appreciated by the community. The Station personnel are also enthusiastic about this innovation and are confident that it will help improve the Police image. WPC 501 Hosany manning the Customer Counter puts it: “We may never get a second chance to make a first impression”. Hats off to the Station Manager and his staff! Why not emulate us!

PS 245 Bhugowon & PC 9247 Husraj DPU Central Division

Operationalisation of the Force Elections Tactical Operations Room (FETOR) at Police Headquarters

What appeared to be a monolithic task was successfully tackled by the Force Election Tactical Operations Room (FETOR) within a tight time frame. As soon as the writs of Village Council and Municipal City Council and Municipal Town

Council elections were issued on 1st and 6th November 2012 respectively, the Police Headquarters set up the FETOR. The responsibility of this entity was to ensure the

The customer counter at Curepipe Police

Dr Gungadin, CPMO, explaining the functioning of

the AED

Coordinating & Monitoring of administrative matters by FETOR

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The Traffic Police Officer worth emulating The alertness and assertiveness of PC 9878 Catooa posted to Road Safety Unit, Traffic Branch make the Police

proud. Indeed, his inquisitiveness in checking auto/motorcycles has lately triggered an investigation that exposed a gang involved in the theft of motorcycles. It was a Saturday night

in September 2012; the Officer, on duty along the motorway Terre Rouge hailed a two-wheeler, make Honda 120 cc for a routine check. As usual, he caused the rider to remove his helmet, switch off the engine and alight from the m/cycle. Whilst going round the vehicle and inspecting its body, he figured out that the m/cycle bore two different registration number. The rear number plate was stencilled ‘7179’ whereas the front one was ‘110 L’. Mr. G.A, rider of the motorbike panicked when he was pressed by the Officer to produce the Motor Vehicle Licence (MVL) and Insurance Vignette. He remained speechless when he was queried about the owner of the vehicle. This suspicious behaviour of the rider caused PC Catooa to arrest him. He was then brought to Terre Rouge Police for enquiry. Much time and energy was expended there to find out the true registration number of the m\cycle which subsequently revealed that it was reported stolen some days earlier. In the course of his interrogation, the suspect incriminated two other confederates. A raid at their places enabled Police to discover several dismantled motorcycles and spare parts. It further came out that these malfactors were members of a gang who had been stealing motor bikes in the region of Port Louis. PC Catooa has set the expected standard. He did honour to the Police. Let’s emulate him.

Insp L.J. Mootooveeren Traffic Branch

DSU/DTP Curepipe secure 48 Rolls of Cannabis Divisional Support Unit (DSU) and Divisional Traffic Police (DTP) Central Division did honour to the Division. After an assiduous verification of information and a systematically planned Police operations, the two units successfully intercepted a drug pedlar. In the course of various interactions with the community in the region of Curepipe, Insp Thondee and his team of

DSU/DTP officers were tipped off that strangers were lurking in their locality to do something wrong. They thus decided to screen each and every outsider and tail the suspicious ones. The concurrence of the community representatives was sought to strew their surroundings for abnormal activities. After some days, through information garnered from various sources and covert surveillance, Insp Thondee aired that illegal drug transactions were taking place. On 15th October 2012 at 1930 hrs, an operation was triggered to lie in wait near Wootun round-about, being a common point of exit from Central Division. Soon, a young man, Mr. L.F.T, 20, mason, a resident of Cité E.D.C, Dagotière turned up and fell in the Police trap. A body search carried out on spot allowed the Police team to discover forty-eight rolls of cannabis neatly wrapped in newspaper concealed under his shirt. Subsequently, the miscreant was charged with Possession of Cannabis for Purpose of Selling. The preparation and planning of the operations, perseverance and hard-work of DSU and DTP teams brought relief and peace to the local residents. This example of Police-Community partnership in the fight against crime has raised new hopes to maintain a safer neighbourhood.

Insp Thondee DSU/DTP Central Division

Terre Rouge CID elucidates Enigma of Sunk Boat

A skipper and his five confederates were arrested and are behind bars. Detective Inspector Sookun of Terre Rouge CID and his team were overwhelmed after they brought to light a scam of sunken boat worth 2.3 million rupees.

Mr. C.B, a French National and owner of a pleasure craft based at Trou aux Biches reported his boat had capsized and sunk some eight nautical miles from the coastal waters of Balaclava in the north west of Mauritius. This information was communicated to him in the morning of 8th September 2012 by his skipper who had the full responsibility of the craft. On the eve, A.B, the skipper

Interesting Arrests and Detections

Alleged sunk boat found hidden inland

Rolls of cannabis seized

PC Catooa at the RSU

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in company of a tourist went for a fishing trip onboard the pleasure craft off Trou aux Biches coast. During that night, the boat had sunk following ingress of water in the engine room. Both the skipper and the tourist managed to remain afloat and were rescued by a fisherman in his fishing boat. The detectives immediately flared the clumsiness of the skipper’s narration of the accident. Leaving aside that he had no sign of tiredness, surprisingly, he could not give a clue as to the identity of the tourist and the fisherman. He was incapable to explain why he had not used his mobile phone to seek succour and could not indicate the location at sea where the boat had sunk. The intuition of the seasoned detectives did not take long to yield its fruits. More so, after a few days, NCG informed them that an EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons) fitted on a boat has been activated and the coordinates of the signal was strangely inland instead at sea. Following a close surveillance at the designated location, the skipper was caught red handed on the allegedly sunk boat hidden in a yard at Balaclava. The skipper later confessed that his accident tale was bogus in a bid to swindle the insurance company. This successful investigation has made CID Terre Rouge run high in the esteem of their partners involved in the investigation of the case.

PC 7654 Bholah Trou aux Biches NCG

Habitual Criminal’s Machiavellian Plan foiled through Intelligence Sharing It took three long years to unveil the mystery behind the series of theft of jewels reported island-wide. Each case puzzled the Police. The perpetrator was careful in leaving no clues behind that could give away his identity. It demanded a thorough analysis by the Divisional Crime Intelligence Unit (DCIU) Southern Division to elucidate these crimes. In fact, it is through the minute collation of information obtained from victims and the community as well as the mapping of the loci that allowed the DCIU to reconstruct the puzzle. It came out that the malefactor would initially befriend his victims, access their houses and familiarise himself with the routine of the occupants before calling back during their absence to commit his misdeeds. The above information was run against the profiles of several suspects and eventually led to one V.D, Habitual Criminal registered at Montagne Blanche Police. Intelligence was also available that he had recently taken employment as driver in a public transport company One Sunday afternoon in December 2012, whilst V.D was behind the steering wheel of his bus, parked at Jan

Palach North Traffic Centre Curepipe, a team of detectives from Rose Belle CID, led by Mr Lutchmun, Detective SP stormed the bus and arrested the suspect who admitted the series of cases of larceny and swindling. The intelligence and operational support from their affected Police Divisions were vital for this successful arrest. The more we share, the better we will do!

PC 2497 Lacchman Southern Division Planning Unit

DNA unravels the Identity of Child Murderer On 15th June 2010, the body of a newly born child in a state of decomposition, wrapped around by a piece of cloth and placed into a bag was found hanged to a wooden pole at Malabar, Rodrigues. Autopsy revealed that the baby boy died of a depressed fracture of the skull. This news spread around, creating a feeling of discomfort amongst Rodriguans and no information transpired as to the identity of possible suspects. There was no physical evidence on the locus. The investigation team headed by DCI Courteau was undeterred by the absence of physical clues knowing that they could still rely on DNA techniques. Samples were collected and sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) in Mauritius for examination. Meanwhile, Field Intelligence Officers (FIO) were tasked to profile the probable biological mother. After a painstaking process of information gathering and verification, some ten female suspects as well as their male partners were summoned for the taking of DNA samples. They all denied being the parents of deceased and their involvement in the case. On 20.09.2012, the FSL confirmed that the DNA sample of one Miss M.D.F. matched that taken from the baby. The lady and her boyfriend, J.M P were arrested. They both admitted being the parents of the baby and the authors of this gruesome crime. The use of DNA has been decisive in the elucidation of this complex case. This first recourse to such scientific technique by Rodrigues Police has instilled yet more confidence in investigators. Perseverance always pays.

Insp Grandcourt Staff Officer Rodrigues Division

The bag in which the body was concealed

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Series of Theft Cases over Senior Citizens Solved By dint of hard work, officers of DCIU Eastern Division were successful in arresting a crook, one V.J involved in several cases of swindling. V.J, has been haunting several villages in the east of the island. He would surreptitiously observe senior citizens withdrawing cash or collecting their pensions at banks. Having identified his prey, he would, with a flashing smile, introduce himself as a relative or friend and deceitfully cause his victims to remit to him their money. Some sixteen unfortunate fell in his trap. They were very upset for their incapacity to describe the swindler. Their helplessness aroused the compassion of PS 1086 Jokhoo. He relentlessly scrutinized and analysed the details of each case and sought information from several villagers. During weeks on end, he would focus most of his time figuring out the culprit. On 09.11.2012, the identity of the miscreant became clear to him. Without an iota of doubt, he led his colleague detectives to the residence of the accused, one V.J who was arrested. Where there is a will, there is a way. Well done! Detective Constable Saves Lady from being Robbed Mrs V. B, 47 yrs, a sales representative is full of praise for Det. Constable 1888 Meurier working at B/Bassin CID. It was around 1150 hrs on Friday 09 November 2012, DPC Meurier was off duty and driving his private car along Shand St, Beau Bassin. At one time, he noticed a lady walking quietly by the roadside. In a flashlight, a motorcycle slowed down ahead of his car and the pillion rider jumped off his seat and rushed onto the lady. The mugger then, with all his force, ripped away the two golden necklaces which adorned the lady’s neck. In a spontaneous reflex, the DPC stopped his car almost in the middle road, dashed out, tailed the miscreants and nabbed one in a jiffy. The culprit revealed to Police that he acted in collusion with one Mr. L.C, 27 the rider of M/cycle who sped away during the intervention of the Detective Officer. The gold chains were recovered. Both suspects were charged for larceny. DPC Meurier has ever since, been receiving praise and pats on his shoulders for his commendable action. Bravest of the brave!

Articles compiled by Police Information Ops Room & Divisional Crime Intelligence Units

Heroic Deeds & Actions

PC Fathemamode Awarded Mountbatten Medal PC 6619 Fathemamode posted to Souillac NCG was awarded ‘The 2011 Mountbatten Medal’. In a formal ceremony at the Police Headquarters on 21st December 2012, the British High Commissioner, H.E Mr Nick Leake, in presence of the Commissioner of Police presented a medal to the constable and congratulated him for his “Unflinching courage and greatest act of bravery” for having single-handedly rescued two South African Tourists on 20 March 2011. On that day, whilst the tourists were taking snaps at Gris Gris, they got trapped in a cave at sea level, a place known for many contemptible cases of drowning and disappearance at sea. With a raging sea and pounding waves, the NCG craft went inept, leaving no alternative than to reach the victims by land. Resolutely, PC Fatemamode descended the cliff with a rope tied around his waist hauled by his fellow colleagues at the top. He jumped into the death-defying waves and swam towards the cave. He then in turn cinched a life buoy around the waist of the couple who were subsequently winched up the cliff safe and sound. Regardless of his own, he saved two lives. ERS captured a Criminal with jewels worth RS 150,000 On 05.12.12 at 2335 hrs, PC 6592 Auguste who was on duty at Curepipe Police Station received a phonecall from his wife. She stated that there was an intruder in the yard of their neighbour at Ville Noire, Mahebourg. Officers posted to ERS were summoned and they rushed to the spot where they intercepted one R.T, an Habitual Criminal in possession of a green towel containing stolen jewels worth Rs 150,000. Even our wives can help! Off-duty Constable at the rescue of a Lady in Vacoas On 09.10.12 at 1930 hrs, PC 4057 Goolamy of Divisional Traffic Police (DTP) Central Division, who was off-duty caught a thief, attempting to snatch the handbag of a lady who had just withdrawn money from an ATM at Vacoas. The PC’s attention was attracted by hawkers in the vicinity who were watching the miscreant. Fearless and committed, the constable acted swiftly at the call of duty and arrested the thief singlehandedly. A brave man!

PC 6619 Fathemamode & family during the ceremony

DPC 1888 Meurier on-duty at CID Beau Bassin

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Community Policing & Social Activity

regrouped in clubs at the level of rural and urban areas whereby they are constantly being educated and guided to lead a honest life. Throughout the year CPU has had various work sessions with the different clubs where the members have had the opportunity to discuss some salient policing issues relating to juvenile delinquency. Many of their problems raised have efficiently been sorted out by police in partnership with parents, school teachers, the community and other NGOs involved in social work. Moreso, during each contact the officers of the CPU have put the youngsters on guard against the consequences of indiscipline in public places, participation in criminal acts, misuse of mobile phones and internet and involvement in other social ills. As at November 2012 some 19 groups were familiarised to crime prevention. WPS 338 Bhugobaun proudly pointed out that this approach to character formation has enhanced good manners and moral values in youths. Besides, Mr. Frederic Augustin, Project Coordinator at FED reiterated his partnership with Police and said; “C’est très important ces genres de sessions pour les jeunes dans le monde du travail pour les prévenir contre les dangers et les comportements dans leurs lieux de travail. Il n’y a pas de soucis, c’est très bénéfiques, et à ce jour, on a déjà sensibilisé environ sept cent jeunes avec la collaboration de votre unité...” Enforcement is good but prevention is better!

Insp Ramma & Team Police Crime Prevention Unit

Geste humanitaire de la Police de Chemin Grenier La journée du 29 Octobre 2012 restera gravée dans la mémoire des pensionnaires de l’Ashram Foolbasseea Babooram dans le village de Chemin Grenier. Ces derniers furent agréablement surpris par la visite des policiers de

la région qui ont saisi l’occasion pour les convier a un déjeuner. L’émotion était palpable alors que les policiers saluèrent la vingtaine de personnes du troisième âge, tous pensionnaires de l’Ashram. L’ambiance restera chaleureuse et détendue lors des

interactions qui s’en suivirent. Les policiers étaient combles lorsqu’ils constatèrent le sourire qu’arboraient les ainés. Dans son discours, Mons Jean.Claude. Gunga, Adjoint au Commissaire, responsable de la région sud fut élogieux a l’égard des ainés; les remerciant ainsi pour leur contribution a la société et leur courage. Il salua aussi l’initiative du personnel du Poste de Police de Chemin Grenier, le CID, l’ERS et la NSS. En cette occasion, un déjeuner ainsi que des présents ont été offert aux pensionnaires. L’animation musicale était assurée par le constable Rycha. Ce fut un moment inoubliable pour tout un chacun, empreinte de générosité et de volontarisme. L’effort particulier de l’inspecteur Putchay et le Sergent 6504 Jeewon est fort louable.

PC 5894 Rycha Chemin Grenier Police Station

Engagement of the Youth In Crime Prevention The Police through the Crime Prevention Unit (CPU) and ‘Foundation Espoire et Developpement’ (FED), an NGO

working with youngsters, have since 2010 embarked on a new project to prevent youngsters particularly school drop outs from getting entangled into the Criminal Justice System. Such youngsters both boys and girls between the age of 13 to 17 years have been

WPS Bhugobaun sensitising youngsters on crime prevention

CPU staff having work session with youngsters

Mr J.C. Gunga, ACP shows proximity to this benevolent project

“The ability of the Police to

perform their duties is dependent

upon public approval of police

actions.”

Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850) “The Founder of Modern Policing”

http://www.number10.gov.uk/history-and-tour/prime-ministers-in-history/sir-robert-peel

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Summary of Intermediate Court judgment Police v Bhoyroo [2011 INT 274] Forgery - Making use of forged private writing- Procedure to adopt when handwriting examination required The Accused was prosecuted for forgery in private writing; and making use of a forged private writing. Prosecution averred that on 19.12.97 accused purchased a TV set and a

video player at Welfare Bros. Accused wrote and signed a MCB cheque No 368925 in the amount of Rs.20,000/- in presence of the owner Mr Lew Yee Teen and remitted it to the latter. The cheque bounced, as the account was closed few months back.

The account from which the cheque emanated was held jointly by three different persons, namely A R.S, M Y S, and Y S. The last two were not interviewed by Police. Specimen

Legislative Changes & Court Highlights

procedure, or as the Court put it, the “proper things to do”, had not been followed in the present case. The Police Handwriting Expert compared only three specimens and he already knew which specimen belonged to the accused. His Honour Magistrate A. Neerooa Source: DPP Newsletter Issue No. 11 of 12/2012 Amendment to the Legal Aid Act -Act 57 of 1973 and Proclamation of the Legal Aid (Amendment) Act 2012 The Legal Aid Act 1973 was amended by The Legal Aid (Amendment) Act 2012, proclaimed on 05.11.12. Among the various new sections added, hereunder is an extract of Section 7 B of The Legal Aid Amendment Act 2012- Legal Assistance (1) Notwithstanding section 3, legal

assistance shall be provided to a person in accordance with this section.

(2) Any detainee or accused party, being suspected of having committed an offence specified in the First Schedule, shall, upon arrest, be informed by the police officer in charge of the police station that he may make an application for legal assistance during police enquiry and for bail applications.

(3) Any detainee or accused party who wishes to obtain legal assistance shall — (a) make a written application to

the Magistrate in the form set out in the Second Schedule; and

(b) declare that — (i) excluding his wearing

apparel and tools of trade, he is not worth 500,000 rupees; and

(ii) his total monthly earnings are not more than 10,000 rupees.

handwritings and signature on the cheque, that of the accused, that of A R S and A N H (not called as a witness) were given to Police Handwriting Expert for examination. The latter confirmed that he knew which specimen belonged to the accused prior to his examination. The Court dismissed the charges, holding, inter alia, that: The issue of whether the accused himself committed the forgery was highly disputed, and there was doubt as to whether the accused made use of the forged cheque; The police never put the charge of forgery to the accused. Referring to a passage from Tetarie v State 2005 SCJ 154, the Court noted that “The Prosecution did not adduce sufficient evidence to prove that those writings were those of the Appellant. In the course of a police enquiry ... the Appellant had not been asked whether he admitted those writings were his.” There were other shortcomings in that the account was held by three persons, but the police satisfied itself with the version of only one of them, and “the versions of the other two remained a mystery”. In matters of handwriting evidence, Tetarie is good law, and quoting the following extract: “The handwriting expert’s ability to identify the accused’s handwriting is only properly tested if similar circumstances exist as at an identification parade. Just as in a normal identification parade, volunteers must bear some resemblance with the accused, similarly handwritings of volunteers gathered for a meaningful exercise must bear some similarity to the handwriting or signature which is to be identified. Furthermore, the expert called upon to perform the identification exercise must not know which specimen hand-writings are those of the accused and which are those of volunteers.” The Court held that the correct

“The

handwriting

expert’s ability

to identify the

accused’s

handwriting is

only properly

tested if similar

circumstances

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identification

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is under 18. If the pregnant woman is illiterate, she will give her consent by affixing her thumbprint.

Another specialist in obstetrics and gynaecology and another specialist in the relevant field should share the opinion of the specialist authorised to terminate pregnancy, formed in good faith.

In case the pregnant woman is 1. severely mentally disabled to

such an extent that she is incapable of understanding the nature of, or the consequences of undergoing, the treatment to terminate her pregnancy; or

2. in a state of continuous unconsciousness and there is no reasonable prospect that she will regain consciousness in time to request, and to consent to treatment to terminate her pregnancy,

the specialist may terminate her pregnancy upon the request and with the written informed consent of her partner, spouse, parents or legal guardian.

Note: Counselling shall be provided to a pregnant person before and after a termination of pregnancy. No person shall, by means of coercion or intimidation, compel or induce a pregnant person to undergo treatment to terminate a pregnancy against her will.

Insp Moosoohur Station Manager (Coromandel)

(a) Where the continued pregnancy will endanger the pregnant person’s life; (b) Where the termination is necessary to prevent grave permanent injury to the physical or mental health of the pregnant person; (c) Where there is a substantial risk that the continued pregnancy will result in a severe malformation, or severe physical or mental abnormality, of the foetus which will affect its viability and compatibility with life; or (d) Where the pregnancy has not exceeded its fourteenth week and results from any of the following cases, which should be reported to the Police first: Rape, Sexual intercourse with a female under the age of 16, or Sexual intercourse with a specified person.“Specified person” as defined in section 249(5) of the Criminal Code Moreover, notwithstanding Sections 297 (false and malicious denunciation in writing) and 298 (effecting public mischief) of the Criminal Code, if a person knowingly makes a false declaration of rape, sexual intercourse with a female under 16 or sexual intercourse with a specified person to the Police, and whose motive is to procure treatment to terminate pregnancy, shall commit an offence and shall, on conviction, be liable to penal servitude for a term not exceeding 10 years. Conditions where pregnancy can be terminated

It is only a specialist in obstetrics and gynaecology, registered as such under the Medical Council Act, is authorised to terminate pregnancy by providing treatment in a prescribed institution, with the informed written consent of the pregnant person, or one of her parents or her legal guardian if she

(4) The detainee or accused party making an application under subsection (3)(a) shall be –

(a) brought before a Magistrate within 24 hours of his application; and

(b) asked to swear or make solemn affirmation as to the correctness of all the information provided in the application form before the Magistrate. (5) Where a detainee or accused party satisfies the requirements set out in

subsection (3) (b), the Magistrate shall — (a) forthwith grant the

application for legal assistance and make such orders, consequential on his decision, as he thinks fit; or

(b) request such additional information as may be required from the detainee or accused party before granting the application.

Insp Codabaccus

Police Training School

Unlawful Termination of Pregnancy-Sect 235 Criminal Code amended to include -Sect 235A

With effect from 15 October 2012, Section 235 of the Criminal Code relating to abortion has been amended and a new Section 235A has been added. The term “abortion” has been deleted and replaced by “unlawful termination of pregnancy”, Section 235A provides the circumstances where treatment to terminate pregnancy is authorised. These are as follows:

Legislative Changes & Court Highlights

“Any detainee or accused

party...upon arrest, be

informed ...that he may make an application for legal assistance

during Police enquiry and for

bail applications..”

“It is better that ten

guilty escape than one innocent suffers”

William Blackstone

Point to Ponder:

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theory and practical and lasted for 3 months. It ended in October 2012. These Police officers have now joined the pool of officers who are frequently called upon by day and night to examine vehicles involved in road accidents. Through this initiative, the inconvenience of having drivers/owners of accidented vehicles waiting for long hours at Police Stations have been reduced; more so, it suppresses the potential risks of other foreseeable incidents. Do not ask what Police Headquarters can do for us; ask what Divisional Headquarters can do for the Police.

PS 1287 Sadasing Metropolitan Division (South)

Cutlass Express Field Training Exercise 2012 Between 1st and 8th November 2012, ten officers from the National Coast Guard and ten from Seychelles Coast Guard attended a field training conducted by the US Navy. The training termed ‘The Cutlass Express Field Training Exercise’ was aimed at honing the skills of officers in combating illegal fishing, illicit drugs and sea piracy including terrorism.

Insp Purlackee NCG

Half Day Workshop on Manning of Operations Room In the context of the Village Council Elections, Municipal City and Municipal Town Council Elections 2012, 25 Police officers from Divisional/Branch operations rooms were convened at the SSU lecture room Line Barracks on 27th November 2012 for a half day workshop on the manning of OPS Room. The objective was to reinvigorate the running of all Ops Rooms for operational effectiveness and to keep everybody abreast with policing strategies put in place as well as reminding them of the relevant laws pertaining to election. It was a laudable initiative indeed.

PS 6286 Inassee PTS Beau Bassin

SSU Drill Competition At its very essence, drill builds a sense of discipline, team-work and a sense of pride in appearance. It is in this spirit that every year the Special Support Unit (SSU) organises an inter-unit drill competition. The year 2012 version was held during the second week of October 2012 on the drill square at the Police Headquarters, Line Barracks and it was after three years that SSU Unit No.3

won the competition. No doubt, such competition has not only brought another level of discipline among the ranks but also enhanced self discipline and “L’esprit de camaraderie”. William Feather, a great philosopher pointed out that “Only the man who

can impose discipline upon himself is fit to discipline others or can impose discipline on others”. Discipline is the lifeblood of any organisation.

PS 6568 Soobrayen PTS

Training on Vehicle Examination in Metro Division(South) For the purpose of Police enquiry, all vehicles involved in road accidents are to be examined before they are handed over to their drivers/owners. In this context and in an endeavour to providing a high quality service to its customers, Metropolitan Division (South) organised a vehicle examination course for 30 of its Police officers selected from those who usually act as Police drivers. The course comprised 15 sessions both

Training & Development

Coordination during a drill phase

Participants brainstorming on key aspects of the field operation

Police officers attending practical class on examination of vehicles

Officers lined up for inspection prior to the drill competition

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Enhancing the Frontline Command Structure of the MPF Since the launching of the National Policing Strategic Framework (NPSF) many changes are taking place in the organisation so as to improve its efficiency and effectiveness on frontline policing. The needs and expectations of the community in terms of the quality of service is very much dependent on how best those who deliver the service are managed. In that conjuncture, in the month of November 2012, workshops were held at SSU Lecture Room and at the Police Training School. 171 Officers from the rank of Police Sergeant to Chief Inspector attended the workshops wherein they were apprised of their reviewed roles and responsibilities as Police Station Managers, Police Station Enquiring Officers and Divisional Administrative Officers in the frontline command structure of the organisation.

Insp Kassi PTS

NICE Pilot Project “Teenagers are the vanguard of tomorrow. They are fresh breeze in a stale world” has said Dan Valentine. The National Institute of Civic Education (NICE) espouses this philosophy and aims at nurturing good citizenship by fostering a sense of common purpose and shared human spirit. This pilot project was conducted in line with Government Programme 2012 -2015. It targeted 200 youths of form IV from secondary schools throughout Mauritius and Rodrigues. It was held between 11 to 20 December. The Mauritius Police made its contribution by conducting interactive programmes to promote social discipline with a view to create a better society. Particular emphasis was laid on contemporary issues such as Rights of Children, Substance Abuse, Courtesy and Civic Behaviour on Road and Prevention from Cyber Crime

Sensitising Police Officers on Suicide Prevention Nearly every day Police officers face stressful and unpredictable situations. These often impact negatively on them. Many loath to talk about it publicly and few commit the irreparable. As the saying goes “Prevention is better than cure”, Life Plus of Mauritius, a unit of the Ministry of Social Security and National Solidarity and Reform Institution organised a three half-day workshop on ‘suicide prevention and awareness’ for Police Officers. It was held on the 31st October, 5th and 12th November 2012 at the Police Training School, Beau Bassin. 208 Police officers comprising officers in Charge Police Stations/posts and other units of the rank of Chief Inspectors to Police Sergeants attended the workshop. The aim was to sensitize them on how to manage stress at workplace and how to assist Police officers in dealing with stressful situations.

PS 6568 Soobrayen PTS Beau Bassin

‘Assault Course’ Competition 2012 at the SMF With a view to assessing performance and physical endurance of officers at the Special Mobile Force, an Assault Course competition is organised every year among troops/platoons and companies/squadrons. The Assault Course consists of a wide range of physical activities starting from ten feet wall climbing followed by high-knee-lift, high gate vault, ditch, ramp, monkey ladder, step off ladder, stepping stones, elbow lift, high ramp, balancing beam, heave and jump, chicken race and crawling shoot. No wonder, the GIPM team ranked first in the 2012 competition.

LT Durbarry Bravo Coy, SMF

Police officers at the opening ceremony

Soldiers clambering 10 ft high wall in Assault-Course

C/Insp Dayal addressing participants at Sir Abdool Raman Osman SSS

Police Officers attending workshop

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and Cyber Bullying. Fifteen participants opted to follow two days tailor made programme at the Police Training School and an equal number at the Marine Training Establishment of the NCG. The aim was to develop their knowledge and understanding on the roles of Police in our society and their contribution as active and responsible citizen. The overall feedback was very encouraging and they have requested for similar programmes in the future.

Insp Nauthoo PTS Beau Bassin

Half Day Workshop on ‘To-GT, To TA-C’ Campaign In May 2012, the Ministry of Local Government, Ministry of Tourist & Leisure, and Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development launched a campaign on ‘To GT, To TA-C’ which aims at influencing changes in the attitudes and behaviours.of people. In this breath, on 19.09.12, the Ministry of Environment

and Sustainable Development in collaboration with the Police de L’Environnement organised a half-day workshop at the Police Training School attended by Police officers from different Divisions/Branches/Units. A second phase half day seminar was

further held throughout the seven Divisions from 23.10.12 to 15.11.12. The objective of the workshop was to intensify efforts in making people think greener and the rigorous enforcement of Environmental laws.

Insp Brasse Police de L’Environnement

Refresher Training on Safe Handling of Lethal Weapon at Beau Bassin PTS All police officers are trained on weapon handling during their Recruit Foundation Course. They are called upon to learn the cardinal and marksmanship principles of revolvers and rifles before they are entrusted with firearms. They are equally engaged on live firing practice prior to their deployment on frontline policing.

While weapon handling is not a perishable skill, it is certainly a corrosion-prone one, that is, the skills do not really die, but they get rusty fast. In order to minimise an erosion of such skills, the Divisional Commander of the Central Division has recently provided refresher training on

safe handling of weapon and live firing practice to its staff. The aim of this training was to sharpen the skills of its personnel. The exercise was carried out in the month of Oct 2012 at the Firing Range of Beau-Bassin Police Training School under the supervision of qualified instructors. Obviously, such type of refresher training will no doubt help those exposed to this short training cadre to handle firearms safely in the exercise of their routine and daily functions.

PS 7089 Julleekeea Central Division

Awareness Bomb Alert Course in Rodrigues From 20 to 22 November 2012, Sgt 6125 Marius and Private Boodeny from the Explosive Handling Unit of the Special Mobile Force dispensed three days course on ‘Awareness Bomb Alert’ to personnel of the Rodrigues Police Division, Air Mauritius and other stakeholders.

WPC 578 Castel PTS Beau Bassin

PS of Ministry of Environment & Sustainable Development addressing the

audience

Police officers checking scores on their respective target at Beau-Bassin

miniature range .

Course photograph

“Development Training is a process of active learning from experience, leading to systematic and purposeful development of the whole person: body, mind and spirit.

Everard, 1993

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A Window on the Outside

Overseas courses attended by Police officers: 38th International Senior Police Officers’ Command Course (24 Sept to 17 Oct 12)

CI Emrith posted to Southern Division attended above course at Malaysia College Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Stage de Formation en Technique d’Identification Criminelle (10 Sept to 19 Oct 12)

PC 9776 Felicite posted to SOCO attended above course- ENVRA Centre, at Porto Novo, Benin Republic. Protection of Civilian Course (15-26 Oct 2012)

CI Adjodhya posted to Southern Div & WPS 229 Nothoo CID Central Div attended above course in Zimbabwe. SADC Peacekeeping Training (22 Oct – 02 Nov 2012)

PS 7107 Mohungroo & PS 9176 Beefye from SMF attended above course in Botswana. Civilian Middle Management and Leadership Course (05-16 Nov 2012)

PS 6182 Heerah & PS 8060 Ramen from SMF attended above course in Zimbabwe. Law Enforcement Executive Development Programme (08 Oct – 16 Nov 2012)

SP Hoolash from Northern Div, CI Rugbur posted to CID Metro (S), CI Jean Pierre posted to ADSU & CI Bansoodeb from Eastern Div attended above course in Botswana. Specialised Programme on Reducing Cyber-Crime through Knowledge (10 Oct - 30 Nov 2012)

Insp Doss posted to ADSU & PS 6260 Bundhoo from CCID attended above course in Delhi, India. Stage RAID Negotiation (10-14 Dec 2012)

PS 7976 Kowlessur from SMF attended above course in France. Advanced Security Cooperation Course (26 Sept - 31 Oct 2012)

Insp Grandcourt from Rodrigues Div and Cdt Insp Jayeprokash posted to PPRU/PHQ attended above course in Honolulu, Hawaii.

A Glimpse on Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (APCSS)- Leading the World on Security & Cooperation APCSS is a Defense academic institute that addresses regional and global security issues. Its mission is to build capacities and communities of interest by educating, connecting, and empowering security practitioners to advance Asia-Pacific security. Since its opening in 1995, APCSS hosted representatives from 104 countries and territories and

as at date comprises 6,924 alumni. ACPSS’s charismatic academics, professors and staff have always shown professional acuity in their delivery and opened up the path of many for more professionalism, in the field of security and cooperation. The range of specialized fields of study

offered is helping security practitioners and leaders around the world to exchange innovative ideas, cluster best practices, draw lessons learned and study a plethora of subject matters viz:- Critical Thinking, Problem solving - Causal loops & Conflict mapping, Strategic planning, Vulnerability & Capacity Assessment, Leadership & Crisis communication, Maritime security, Disaster Management, etc.., and a lot more depending on the course enrolled. The Mauritius Police are privileged. Since year 2000, 36 Mauritian Police Officers have graduated at APCSS., now a renowned centre of excellence for training on security and cooperation Mauritius is grateful to the US Government and the US Embassy in Mauritius for their laudable initiative towards building a safer world. The Mauritius Police also seize the opportunity of this column of Police Journal to convey their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the Director, Dean, Professors and Staff of ACPSS for their unflinching support, praiseworthy hospitality, acumen, customer-oriented culture towards all Mauritian participants, and of course making them feel at home. Just keep it up and let the ACPSS’s flag fly high Aloha Mahalo.

Cdt Insp Jayeprokash PPRU, Police Headquarters

The Lamp of Knowledge represents the academic focus of the Center and signifies the desire to foster understanding, cooperation and the study of regional security issues. The laurel branches form a Wreath of Peace that emphasize the Center’s non-warfighting approach to addressing regional security issues. The visible portion of the world globe depicts the U.S. Pacific Command’s area of responsibility. The continuous ribbon symbolizes the strong interrelationship among the six geographic regions of the Asia-Pacific.

Six Party Talks discussion organised at newly launched

Mahulia Hall

Main library- source of knowledge

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“……I wish to congratulate you for the efficiency and professionalism shown by officers from the CCID in conducting the investigation and in arresting a criminal who swindled my sister. On Thursday 11th Oct 2012 I reported a case of swindling to Mr. Heman Jhangi, ACP CCID in which my sister was a victim. Insp Ajodah, PS Pultoo and CPL Charitar were assigned to nab the swindler.... May I praise the officers from CCID to have helped me for such a laudable action which has put an end to months of trauma of my distressed sister. Members of the Force of such caliber make us feel confident and enhance the perception of security…. My heartfelt thanks once again….”

22 Oct 2012 Mr. Salil Roy Gallerie Remy Ollier, Place Mandela, Port Louis

I wish to inform you of the good customer care demonstrated by some of your officers to me on 24 Nov 2012. I was travelling through Nouvelle France and lost my way. Two of your officers came to my rescue and not only pointed me in the right direction, but escorted me for some of the way until they were happy that I was safely on my way.... Your officers were very polite and courteous. I was very impressed with them and I am very grateful for their help. NB: On that day Insp Baureck OIC N. France Police was in the vicinity of the station and directed CPL 5510 Sungkur and WPC 511 Tajoo-Ramchurn to help the requester until satisfied

29 Nov 2012 Sharon Taylor, Deputy High Commissioner British High Commission

Personal effects pilfered from van 1626 ZU 00 on 28th Nov 2012. I would like to put on record the prompt intervention of PS 9670 Lulith, PC 7870 Gowreesunkur, PC 2131 Seelochun who intercepted and arrested the thief within half an hour, even before I become aware that my sideboor had been tampered with. We often hear people nurse their grievances against Police but due recognition for outstanding performance is seldom acknowledged.

03 Dec 2012 Gerard Comitti, OBE 45 Ave Victoria Quatre Bornes

Views & Opinions of Readers

Nous avons été victimes d’un vol de porte feuille le 22 novembre 2012 auprès du marché central e votre ville... Nous tenons a vous faire part de notre entière satisfaction pour le travail accompli. Dans de si courts délais. Nous avons particulièrement apprécie la prise en charge de vos différentes équipes et leur sollicitude a notre égard tout au long de ses deux jours qu’a duré l’enquête... Nous aimerions que par votre intermédiaire, les différentes personnes qui nous ont accompagnés dans nos épreuves soient remerciées et félicitées pour la qualité, la rigueur de leur travail et leur dévouement. 15 Dec 2012 Mons Claude BECOT &

Mme Lydie MORALES Le Logis, 61150 Lougé sur Maire FRANCE

I am appreciative of the outstanding efforts and action displayed by at least 2 Police officers of Pope Hennessy Police Station, in the resolution of an issue that had been lingering for almost 3 years. The officers concerned are mainly PC 8803 Seeruttun and Insp Ramburuth ... We had been afflicted with a squatters problem during these years, where a housing unit was infested by almost of dubious people…. Had it therefore not been for the very sustainable and tactful intervention of those officers, the problem would have still persisted. I seize this opportunity to also highlight some other positive initiatives taken on a broader scale by these officers, namely in the area of community policing. ... Congratulations and thanks again for such help. 12 Dec 2012 Mr Jairaj Ramkissoon, GOSK

12, Sookdeo Bissoondoyal St Port Louis I wish to thank you for the immense help and support you have shown for the well going of our annual camp at Sand Quarry... Without your help these could have never been achieved. A great thanks to you and your wonderful team members. A special glance to the NCG Le Chaland, constable Joomratty and his team and also Insp Mohit and his team from Plaine Magnien who have looked after us during these incredible days. Their friendliness and carte four our members was so kindhearted and genuine. Dec 2012 G. Karine Chan Kon

Chieftain of 3rd Girl Guide Company of Port Louis

N.B: The Editorial Committee heartily thanks our readers and wishes to inform them that for obvious reason, letters may be abridged or omitted and would very much appreciate their indulgence.

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PC 9797 Boodia posted to IT Unit was bestowed with blessings during the last week of October 2012: on the 24th, he graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering, on 28th he wedded Miss Lutchmee Guzadhur an IT software engineer and on the 29th he celebrated his birthday.

On 04.11.12, PC 5464 Ramcharan posted to Trou D’Eau Douce Police happily tied the knot with Miss Anshika Sukhoo Assistant Manager at Delice du Chef Riviere Noire.

Good News from Police Officers’ and Families

PC 9599 Samoisy and WPC 616 Niole posted to ADSU and PIO Rodrigues respectively exchanged rings and marital vows, swearing love, fidelity and respect on 30.11.12 at Sainte Thérèse L’enfant Jésus Church at Rivière Coco in Rodrigues.

Choosing a Life Partner

Daughter honours her Parents

PC 10083 Kissoondoyal posted to IT Unit and his wife Pooja Ducshimi Harryparsad honoured by a Police ‘Haie D’honneur’ on the day of their wedding ceremony on 28.10.2012. The PC has also on 03.11.2012.obtained his Professional Graduate Diploma in IT from the British Computer Society.

Beaming with pride and happiness, the daughter of PC 4175 Hossen, Miss Sadiyah, upper six student at Queen Elizabeth College was awarded the first prize for an essay competition on “GENDER EQUALITY-A REALITY” organised by the Women National Council (WNC) on the occasion of the International Women Day 2012.

On 03.11.2012, PCs 1337 Sooba & 4992 Mungur, posted to the Police IT Unit were awarded the Professional Graduate Diploma and Diploma in IT respectively from the British Computer Society.

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Randonnés at Signal Mountain Health has no price but it pays to stay healthy. Most people working in offices often lead a sedentary lifestyle,

which increases the propensity of breeding non-communicable diseases. “Where there is a will there is a way”; so goes the saying. The staff of Police Headquarters, led by Mr R. Sooroojebally, DCP (PHQ) seized at

least three opportunities, during year 2012 for ‘randonnés’ at Dauguet health track and at Signal Mountain. Enthusiastic and highly motivated participants of different age group did brilliantly overcome whatever apprehensions and surpassed their own ego, which made every sortie a real success. The self-satisfaction illuminating the face of each and everyone after every outing is evidence of benefits derived and the thirst for more of such activity. It is worth mentioning that the initiative has been a catalyst in fostering team spirit and bonding people. Resolutely wellness and health will be the key motivation to maintain physical activities amongst our priorities for year 2013 over and above our daily obligations. The Mauritius Police Football Tournament 2012 The kick-off of the 2012 of the Mauritius Police Football Tournament was given on 01.10.12. Fourteen teams,

comprising Divisions & Branches, divided into two pools participated in the tournament, which unfolded over a period of almost seven weeks. Supporters were gratified with a good standard of football and discovered a array of

the talents. The SSU, NCG, Northern Division and the SMF reached the semi-finals after a hard fought battle. Subsequently the SSU won the final against NCG by one

goal to nil and lifted the Challenge Cup. This tournament has, without the shadow of a doubt, boosted all the competitors to get prepared for the next edition. Route march by staff from Eastern Division “A fit officer is a better officer” says Lieutenant Arnold G. Walker, Fitness Director, Buffalo Police Department Academy. It is in this quest that, Eastern Division has been organising several outdoor training for its personnel throughout the year. The last one in point was a route march at Belle Rive where 50 Police officers from Police Stations and other Divisional Units participated. It was a strenuous training and besides having improved their stamina and physical fitness, the Police officers have had the opportunity to socialise among themselves, sharing the joys and happiness as well as their worries. Last but not the least, these types of outings are indeed key to enhance team building and bonding amongst fellow colleagues.

Chief Inspector Bansoodeb

Eastern Division Snooker champion in the Force MPF now counts a new champion in its midst notably PC 6955 Bissessur posted to the National Coast Guard. Since 1997 he bagged several regional and national snooker awards and titles No surprise that he has been crowned champion once again for the 2012 National Snooker Championship. His adoration for snooker has chiselled his personality into a disciplined, committed and responsible Police officer worth emulating by others. No doubt PC Bissessur has become a rare pride for the Force. It is our earnest wish that he keeps the flag of the Mauritius Police Force aloft for many years to come.

Sports, Athletics & Leisure

PHQ Staff at the summit of Signal Mountain

Briefing prior to Route March

Winner of Masters in 2001,2003 &2009 Winner of Presidents Cup in

2004,2010,2011&2012 National Record Breaker 2006&2010

SSU Champion Team 2012

PHQ Staff at ‘Le Dauguet Promenade de Santé’

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Promotions, Retirements & Awards

Confirmation in Appointment

On 12 October 2012, 117 Temporary Police Inspectors were convened to Police Headquarters at Line Barracks in respect of their confirmation in appointment as Police Inspectors/ Woman Police Inspectors in a substantive capacity. Seizing this opportunity, the Commissioner of Police congratulated them and reminded them of their important role in leading people to fight crime and engagement in working with the community for a safer neighbourhood. The inspectors are:

Sno. NAME

1 AJODHA. R

2 APPASAMY. H

3 AUDIT. D

4 BADAL. G

5 BAHADOOR. D

6 BALGOBIN. H.K

7 BHOLAH. D

8 BHUNJUN. B

9 BOTHARRYGADOO. A

10 BRASSE. J.N

11 CALEECHURN. D

12 CHAMROO. M.A

13 CHELLAN. S

14 CODABACCUS. R.K

15 COOTHEN. S.S

16 COWLESSUR. V

17 CUDIAN. D

18 CURUM. R

19 CURUMTHAULLEE. A.H

20 DABYDOYAL. H.K

21 DAVEDEEN. K

22 DEEHOO. N

23 DHONDEE. R

24 DHUNNOO. V

25 DOOBAREE. R

26 DOSS. B.K

27 DOWLUT. J

28 ELLAYAH. D

29 GENAVE. J.P

30 GOOLAB. K

Sno. NAME

31 GOORBIN. R

32 GOPAL. D

33 GOPALSING. H

34 GOWREA. T

35 GRANDCOURT. R

36 GUNNOO. S

37 HAUZAREE. V.K

38 HEERAH. S.S.A

39 HOSSENY. M.S.R

40 JAITOO. B

41 JAWARUN. S

42 JEETOO. S

43 JEETOO. V

44 JEEWON. B

45 JHANKUR. R

46 JOOTUN. S

47 JORY. M

48 JUGON. R

49 JUGOO. R

50 JULIETTE. L.J

51 KASI. R

52 KEDOO. A.K

53 KHODABOCUS. N

54 MARDAY. B

55 MAUDARBOCUS. M

56 MOHANGEE. S.R

57 MOHES. R

58 MOHESH. D

59 MOODHOO. S

60 MOONESAWMY. S

Sno. NAME

61 MOOSUN. R

62 MOTEE. P

63 MOURA. L.D.H

64 MUHAMMAD. R

65 NANDRAM. N

66 NARAIN. H

67 NARRAINEN. N

68 NAZEERALLY. M.S

69 NOONARAM. H

70 NOWLUCK. S.K

71 NUNDOO. V

72 NURSING. G

73 OOMUR. V

74 OREE. U

75 PAPIAH. V

76 PARSAD. S

77 PERSAND. H

78 PIRBACOSSE. A

79 POORECELAN. M

80 PUTCHAY. R

81 RAJAPUNDIT. A.K

82 RAMANAH. C

83 RAMBURRUN. P.D.R

84 RAMCHURN. B.S.P

85 RAMCHURN. H

86 RAMDANNEE. R

87 RAMESSUR. R.K

88 RAMKALAWON. A

89 RAMKISSOON. V

90 RAMMA. B

Sno. NAME

91 RAMYED. B

92 RUSSIE. R.L.D

93 RUTTANAH. V.C

94 SEEGOOLAM. J.K

95 SEEKUNTO. I

96 SEETAHUL. A

97 SEEWOODIN. P.K

98 SEEWOOGOLAM. D

99 SEEWOOGOOLAM. A

100 SEEWOOSURRAN. S.C

101 SOBNAUTH. S.K

102 SOBRUN. D

103 SONOO. O

104 SOOKUN. D

105 SOYFOO. S.H

106 SUBBAREDDI. R

107 SUMUN. M.A

108 SURCHURRUN. S

109 THANDROYEN. S

110 THECKA. Y

111 VALAYDON. S.K.S

112 VALLY. J.C

113 VENCATAPILLAY. B

114 VINKTAREMDOO. N

115 YERUKONONDU. V

SNo. NAME

1 APPADOO. S

2 VETHAN. S

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Sno. Dept No.

NAME

1 1 AGATHE

2 6442 ALCINDOR

3 5848 ALLAGAPEN

4 9578 ALLYBOCUS

5 6444 ANGOTEEAH

6 7032 ANNA

7 5522 APPADOO

8 3463 APPI

9 243 ARMANCE

10 5225 AUBEELUCK

11 3856 AUBEELUCK

12 7644 AUCKLE

13 3603 AULLYMAN

14 482 AURMOOGUM

15 242 BABOORALLY

16 7035 BALAMBHA

17 4806 BALLCHAND

18 1915 BAUNGALLY

19 6945 BAURUN

20 6897 BEEDASEE

21 9176 BEEFYE

22 5851 BEEHARRY

23 1309 BEEKARRY

24 8583 BEERJOO

25 244 BEHAREE

26 257 BENIDIN

27 1149 BHAGANI

28 7807 BHAGREETH

29 1497 BHANDA

30 342 BHANDOY

31 4932 BHATOO

32 975 BHEEKHOO

33 217 BHOLAH

Sno. Dept No.

NAME

34 805 BIJMOHUN

35 7045 BISSESSUR

36 1518 BISSESSUR

37 1558 BISSOONDEEAL

38 6378 BODHA

39 5531 BOODHOO

40 6601 BOODNAH

41 379 BOTHARRYGADOO

42 887 BUCCHOO

43 6865 BUCCHOO

44 7663 BUNGSY

45 4259 BURKUTALLY

46 7867 BURNAH

47 6869 CARPAYEN

48 7666 CASSY

49 4328 CHADY

50 565 CHENEL

51 6959 CHOKKAN

52 7547 CHOKUPERMAL

53 7549 CHUCKUN

54 3885 CHUNDERDEEP

55 155 CHUTTARSINGH

56 756 COCO

57 7509 CONSTANT PERRINE

58 3185 COONJAN

59 6483 COONJOOBEEHARRY

60 8266 COONLIC

61 4953 DAGAH

62 2700 DASSAYE

63 6799 DEOOJEE

64 7276 DEWLAUL

65 9619 DHOTAH

66 3911 DHUNNOO

Sno. Dept No.

NAME

67 1550 DHUNY

68 4500 DORINE

69 3063 EDOUARD

70 8286 FAZULLAH

71 8903 FOWDAR

72 1636 FRANCOIS

73 1637 FRIQUIN

74 2242 G.RAMDOO

75 6492 GHOORBIN

76 7059 GHOORCHARANE

77 4074 GHOORUN

78 7064 GOCOOL

79 529 GOLAP

80 956 GOOMANY

81 9259 GOORYE

82 7927 GROOMUPADIACHY

83 4414 GUILLAUME

84 2778 GUKHOUL

85 1698 GUNGA

86 5264 GUNNOO

87 1179 GUNOWA

88 1699 GUNPUTH

89 8624 HAUROO

90 8463 HOOKOOM

91 7940 HURDYAL

92 1723 IMANBUX

93 6628 ISSERBEEAH

94 4968 JANKEE

95 5143 JAUMEER

96 7279 JAUNBOCUS

97 8719 JAUNKY

98 8306 JAYEPROKASH

99 7707 JEEAN

Sno. Dept No.

NAME

100 7708 JEEBUN

101 8186 JEEMUNGOLL

102 701 JEETDEEAL

103 1828 JEWOON

104 9645 JHAREE

105 8113 JHURRY

106 1240 JOOKOO

107 4306 JOOMUN

108 1738 JOYPAUL

109 3685 JOYSUREE

110 6505 JUGASING

111 1857 JUGESSHUR

112 1112 JUGON

113 4505 JULES

114 7089 JULLEEKEEA

115 3039 JUWAHEER

116 1285 KALLOO

117 9530 KALLYPERSAND

118 8634 KASSINATHDOSS

119 6025 KEESOONDOYAL

120 1927 KOOKOOR

121 1929 KOONJUL

122 7973 KORIMBOCUS

123 8639 KRISHNA NAIR

124 5690 KUNDASAWMY

125 9662 LACHUMAN

126 6595 LAI KONG LING

127 9534 LALLJEE

128 9664 LAROSE

129 1975 LOUISE

130 1320 LUCCHESI

131 6819 LUCHMUN

132 8209 LUCHMUN ROY

On 22 December 2012, 260 Temporary Police Sergeants were at the Police Headquarters, Line Barracks in respect of their confirmation in appointment as Police Sergeants/ Woman Police Sergeants. The Commissioner of Police, besides congratulating them, stressed on the role of Police Sergeants at Police Stations, identifying them as the backbone of the Service. Hereunder is a list of the Police Sergeants confirmed in a substantive capacity:

Confirmation in Appointment

Vol. 1, No. 4 2012


Sno. Dept No.

NAME

133 9670 LULLITH

134 7099 MADHUB

135 8327 MAGON

136 864 MAHABIR-SINGH

137 2590 MAHADU

138 7730 MALLOO

139 6894 MARCELIN

140 1380 MARIANNE

141 1336 MEENOWA

142 7809 MOHIT

143 6201 MOHUNDIN

144 4719 MOHUNGEER

145 7107 MOHUNGROO

146 4281 MOLLA

147 1559 MOONIARUCK

148 2142 MOOTOO

149 8202 MUDON

150 6307 MUNGEAPEN

151 7741 MUNGLYHIDDOO

152 1455 MURDAYMOOTOO

153 8476 MURUGAN

154 9682 MURUGAN

155 2210 NABEEBACCUS

156 8217 NOBEEN

157 7364 NUCKCHADY

158 8479 NUNDLOLL

159 8019 NUNDOO

160 2760 NUNKOO

161 5923 OMBIKA

162 2766 OOTIM

163 5413 P. NURSIMOOLOO

164 8773 PANCHOO

165 6797 PERIACARPEN

Sno. Dept No.

NAME

166 4994 PAVADAY

167 3465 PEERBUCCUS

168 4451 PERRINE

169 8427 PERRINE

170 7750 PERSAND

171 9068 PERSAND

172 8779 POINAPEN

173 8034 POINEN

174 1294 POONITH

175 2850 PORESS

176 7173 PULTOO

177 7597 PUTTAR

178 7384 RADAYLALL

179 7385 RADHA

180 7387 RAJUB

181 8050 RAKHAH

182 1770 RAMASAMI

183 9703 RAMBEERICH

184 1189 RAMBHUROSH

185 8999 RAMBURN

186 8790 RAMBURRUN

187 5621 RAMDANY

188 7123 RAMEN

189 8060 RAMEN

190 4495 RAMJAN

191 1229 RAMJEET

192 9089 RAMKORUN

193 8225 RAMLUGUN

194 4330 RAMNARAIN

195 7401 RAMOO

196 4818 RAMRACHEEA

197 5771 RAMTAHUL

198 4594 RAVINA

Sno. Dept No.

NAME

199 4142 RUGHOOA

200 8496 RUGHOOBUR

201 6824 RUGHOONUNDHUN

202 6551 RUGOOBUR

203 8392 RUMMUN

204 2579 RUNGLALL

205 5077 RUNNOO

206 1992 RUSMAULLY

207 1287 SADASING

208 7415 SAUNTOO

209 1290 SEEBARUTH

210 8519 SEEDAM

211 9107 SEEDAM

212 8506 SEEGOBIN

213 3963 SEEGOOLAM

214 6668 SEEGOOLAM

215 1849 SEETAH

216 7621 SEEWOO

217 4289 SEEWOOCHURSING

218 5350 SEEWOOLALL

219 8397 SEVANANDEE

220 5643 SHEOJATTAN

221 1865 SHIBDUTH

222 7023 SIBNATH

223 8809 SIMOTHY

224 3623 SOBHUN

225 6062 SOOBANAH

226 9729 SOODHOO

227 7190 SOOKHARRY

228 7790 SOOKRAH

229 5505 SOOMAROO

230 5507 SUBNAUTH

231 7427 SUMAIR

Sno. Dept No.

NAME

232 6342 SUMESSUR

233 5841 SUMPUTH

234 6067 SURAT

235 8114 SURJOO

236 2708 TATAYAH

237 6676 TEEPSOO

238 3823 TELVAR

239 1375 THAKOOR

240 4526 THAKOOR

241 8416 THANDRAYEN

242 3866 THIPPADU

243 4550 TOOLSEE

244 7632 TOORAB

245 3914 TYLION

246 5659 UBHEE

247 9136 UMMUR

248 7439 VENCATACHELLUM

249 7150 VENKATACHELLUM

250 3077 VYTHELINGUM

251 9139 WOOZEERALLY

252 8135 YERUKUNONDU

Sno. Dept No.

NAME

253 86 BOOLUCK

254 403 DUSOYEA

255 357 FLORE

256 510 FOWDAR

257 109 GOORBIN

258 323 NAGIAH

259 206 PROVENCE

260 413 SAULICK

Woman Police Sergeants:

Confirmation in Appointment (contd)

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Retirement - October to December 2012 Obituary

Sno. Rank Dept No. Name Date

1 CPL 733 Luckhun, A. M 03.09.2012

2 S/Insp Luttoo, M. R 04.09.2012

3 PS 212 Goodoory, P 05.09.2012

4 CPL 3035 Munbode, A. H 08.09.2012

5 CPL 3103 Tse Kai Wai 09.09.2012

6 PC 1091 Nundah, V.S 16.09.2012

7 Cpl 2786 Sumoreeah, D 17.09.2012

8 S/Insp Chuckravanen, N. P 21.09.2012

9 WPI Mohabeer, V.L 25.09.2012

10 CPL 952 Booluck, H 26.09.2012

11 CPL 1301 Chady, N.K 28.09.2012

12 PC 8449 Chellapen, L 29.09.2012

13 CPL 1864 Conhyedass, K 30.09.2012

14 CPL 3417 Soobhug, R 01.10.2012

15 CPL 3975 Bolaky, M.K 01.10.2012

16 ASP Mr R. Jugnauth 02.10.2012

17 PC 6909 Potou, J.M.F 02.10.2012

18 PC 4541 Soorjee, M 02.10.2012

19 CPL 2396 Appadoo, D 06.10.2012

20 WPC 383 Aliphon, G. J 16.10.2012

21 WPC 469 Bonapen-Armance 16.10.2012

22 PC 4084 Seepaul, S 20.10.2012

23 CPL 2914 Neetye, D 14.11.2012

24 S/Insp Chummun, T 15.11.2012

25 CPL 231 Andiapen, S 16.11.2012

26 CPL 3262 Simathree, P 17.11.2012

27 S/Insp Naiken, S.K 20.11.2012

28 PS 1008 Seetaloa, D 29.11.2012

29 PC 1161 Puttur, P 10.12.2012

CPL 3983 Doyal - 31.08.2012

Senior Cook Ayadee, Y.R - 01.09.2012

PC 3101 Almel - 09.09.2012

PC 8261 Chinapah - 22.09.2012

PC 2919 Binda - 29.09.2012

PC 3792 Nanon - 29.09.2012

CPL 2592 Nemdharry - 30.10.2012

CPL 236 Beeharee - 06.11.2012

PC 7053 Cheekhooree - 07.11.2012

PC 4946 Chendrayah - 14.11.2012

PC 9110 Sheoraj - 23.12.2012

Vol. 1, No. 4 2012

Nice Try A San Francisco motorist was unknowingly caught in an automatic camera speed trap. He received a $40 ticket in the post and a photo of his car. Instead of paying up, he sent the police department a photo of $40. Several days later, he received a letter from the police department containing another picture - of a pair of handcuffs. He paid the fine. Contrôle de Police A combien rouliez-vous? demande le gendarme. A deux seulement, mais si vous voulez monter, il reste de la place.

Feu Rouge Un gendarme fait stopper une automobiliste: Vous n'aviez pas vu le feu rouge ?

- Si si. C'est vous que je n'avais pas vu!

Source: Internet

Enrolment in the Army

There were three young persons who wanted to enrol in the army. The colonel called the first one and asked him these questions:

How old are you?

28 my colonel.

How much do you weigh?

130 my colonel.

Have you ever used a gun or a rifle?

The 2 my colonel.

He passed the test successfully. The second and the third candidates were a little nervous. They were in turn questioned by the colonel.

The second says to him: Firstly it is 28 my colonel then 130 my colonel and finally it’s 2 my colonel.

The third one was called by the colonel & the colonel asked him:

How much do you weigh?

28 my colonel.

How old are you?

130 my colonel.

Who do you take me for, an imbecile or an idiot?

The 2 my colonel.

Community Service One day a florist goes for a haircut. After the cut, he goes to pay the barber and the barber replies: “I am sorry. I cannot accept money from you, I am doing community service.” The florist is happy and leaves the shop. The next morning when the barber goes to open his shop there is a card and a dozen roses waiting at his door. A butcher goes for a haircut and he also goes to pay the barber and the barber replies: “I am sorry. I cannot accept money from you, I am doing community service.” The butcher is happy and leaves the shop. The next morning the barber goes to open his shop, there is a thank you card and a package of steaks waiting at his door. A cop goes for a haircut and goes to pay the barber. The barber replies: “I am sorry. I cannot accept money from you, I am doing a community service”. The next morning when the barber goes to open his shop, guess what he finds at the door? ……...Two dozen other cops waiting for haircuts

Police Humour

N.B: All the characters in these stories are fictitious and bear no resemblance to any person living or dead. If resemblance there is, it is by sheer coincidence.

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Be your Salesman!

You Have a Job, a Noble One. Keep it!

Whether you Choose it or it Chooses you. Believe in It!

Your Commitment to your Job will Make you Proud. The Extra Little Love Attached to it Will Give you Much More! Your Family Will Love You More and Society will Praise you.

Money Can’t Make You What you Are. Be What You Are and Feel Proud For What You Are Doing.

Being in the Police is a Privilege. You are the Privileged!

Many People Eye for it and You are Under their Eyes. Keep the Flag Up!

Critiques make Great People. Be Happy to be Member of the Club Of The Great.

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