The Commonwealth of Dominica has solidified its law enforcement leadership with the formal appointment of Lincoln Corbette as Acting Police Commissioner and Jeoffrey James as Acting Deputy Commissioner. The appointments, initially made effective April 1, 2025, have now been extended beyond their original six-month terms, bringing stability to the nation’s top policing roles which had remained vacant since Daniel Carbon’s departure in 2023.
The restructuring initiative was formally announced by National Security Minister Rayburn Blackmoore, who explained that the vacancy created by the retirement of Acting Commissioner Davidson Valerie prompted Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit to advise President Sylvanie Burton on the new appointments. Minister Blackmoore emphasized that these appointments represent a strategic effort to address public concerns through systematic and transparent reforms within the police force.
The Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force (CDPF) publicly celebrated the appointments through an official statement on their Facebook page, recognizing the milestone as a testament to both officers’ unwavering dedication, exemplary leadership, and longstanding commitment to national security. The statement expressed collective support for Corbette and James, wishing them continued strength, wisdom, and success as they lead the police force with integrity and professionalism.
This leadership consolidation concludes 2025 on a note of institutional stability for Dominica’s law enforcement community, signaling a renewed commitment to public safety and organizational accountability under new command.