In a proactive initiative to strengthen police-community relations, the Dominica Police Force (DPF) has launched an extensive community engagement program focused on direct interaction with residents. On January 2, 2026, officers from the Community Policing Unit conducted targeted foot patrols through the Pottersville and Bay Town districts, prioritizing face-to-face dialogue with local citizens and business proprietors.
The initiative, branded under the ‘Community First’ philosophy, generated remarkably positive responses from community members. According to official statements released on the DPF’s Facebook platform, the interactions were marked by genuine camaraderie and lighthearted exchanges, with residents reciprocating the outreach with humor and warm engagement.
Notably, the police presence was particularly welcomed against the backdrop of growing concerns about escalating violent crime throughout the region, especially incidents involving firearms. Community members explicitly expressed appreciation for the visible police deployment and voiced strong support for making these patrols a regular occurrence, emphasizing the importance of consistent law enforcement visibility in their neighborhoods.
The Dominica Police Force has reaffirmed its institutional commitment to cultivating sustainable partnerships with the communities it serves. This community-oriented policing strategy represents a strategic shift toward collaborative crime prevention, with the ultimate objective of creating safer, more secure environments for all citizens through strengthened mutual trust and cooperation.