The Volta Regional Police Commander, DCOP Edward Oduro Kwateng has advised personnel to be extra alert when performing duties, particularly at the barriers.
This follows recent crashes of police barriers leading to the deaths of police officers by some errant drivers.
The worrying trend, he bemoaned, has attracted the concern of the police administration, hence his visit to caution personnel against speeding drivers.
He reminded personnel of their “officers’ safety” being paramount at all times to avoid unfortunate deaths.
DCOP Oduro-Kwateng also charged District Commanders to ensure that personnel on barrier duties use reflectors to make them more visible to motorists, especially at night to avoid unnecessary loss of officers from callous drivers.
“One death is one too many, we cannot continue to lose you under such circumstances,” he stated.
The Regional Commander advised the officers during a day's working visit to Anfoega, Kpando, Hohoe, and Fodome police jurisdictions on 3rd February 2022.
The visit was to interact with personnel as part of the year’s planned schedule, to assess the current working conditions, and discuss measures in addressing identified challenges.
The Deputy Regional Commander, ACP Andrew Boadu Ekumah also encouraged personnel to maintain a high level of discipline at all times and be courteous when dealing with members of the public.
This, he said, was one of the surest ways to win back public trust.
The Regional Crime Officer, Superintendent Felix Anyidoho on his part advised personnel to follow the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) when effecting arrests to reduce avoidable casualties.
The team also paid a courtesy call on the North Dayi District Assembly and the paramountcy of the Fodome Traditional area.
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