BELIZE CITY – In his annual Christmas address, Police Commissioner Dr. Richard Rosado unveiled comprehensive plans to advance the modernization of Belize’s law enforcement apparatus while strengthening community partnerships heading into the new year.
The Commissioner characterized the holiday season as an opportunity for “collective reflection, social unity, and renewed professional purpose,” urging citizens to transcend differences and embrace core values of service, compassion, and civic generosity.
Reflecting on 2025 as a transformative period for national policing, Dr. Rosado highlighted several institutional achievements. These included organizational restructuring initiatives targeting ISO certification, the operational launch of the Crime Fusion Center to enhance data-driven law enforcement, and the consolidation of intelligence operations through the integration of joint intelligence coordination with Interpol frameworks.
Additional milestones involved the creation of a specialized interdiction unit and expanded professional development programs across departmental ranks. These measures form part of the strategic “reforming, refocusing, and rebuilding” pillars that have already yielded “tangible operational outcomes,” according to the Commissioner.
Looking toward 2026, Dr. Rosado committed to intensifying technological integration, broadening community outreach initiatives, and implementing advanced crime-fighting methodologies to address violent offenses and enhance public security. He emphasized that departmental progress stems from “collaborative national effort” rather than isolated institutional actions.
The Commissioner extended appreciation to citizens for their “sustained trust and cooperation” while commending both uniformed and civilian personnel for their “unwavering dedication amid operational constraints.”