The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda is celebrating the remarkable academic achievements of several of its members, whose dedication to higher education is raising the bar for professional excellence within the organization. Acting Sergeant Enzingar Jones, Corporal Kendel Shillingford, and Police Constables Paula Simon and Milton Jeremy have all graduated with top honours from internationally recognized universities, showcasing their commitment to personal and professional growth.
Sergeant Jones, who earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resource Management from Edinburgh Napier University in Scotland, has demonstrated exceptional determination and drive. Constable Paula Simon, attached to the St. John’s Fire Station, graduated Summa Cum Laude from Monroe University with both a Bachelor of Arts in Administration and a Master of Arts in Business Administration, achieving a perfect 4.0 GPA. Her outstanding performance earned her induction into the Delta Mu Delta International Business Honor Society and the honour of carrying the main flag for the master’s degree graduates.
In her reflections, Constable Simon emphasized the importance of education in shaping better officers and a more just society, urging her colleagues to embrace learning and service with wisdom. Similarly, Corporal Shillingford and Constable Jeremy graduated Summa Cum Laude from Monroe University, with Shillingford earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management (3.905 GPA) and Jeremy obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology (3.915 GPA).
Acting Commissioner of Police Everton Jeffers praised the graduates, highlighting their discipline, perseverance, and commitment to excellence. He underscored the critical role of education in equipping modern law enforcement professionals with the analytical, ethical, and leadership skills needed to address evolving challenges. The Police Administration continues to encourage its members to pursue higher education and professional training, reinforcing its mission to build a stronger, smarter, and more service-oriented organization dedicated to the safety and progress of Antigua and Barbuda.