The Shortlands Catholic Women’s Council appeals on the National Government to post professionally trained police officers along the Solomon Islands – Papua New Guinea common border to ensure maximum security for women and girls on Solomon Islands side of the border.
A retired police officer has called on the National Government to rearm police officers stationed at Shortland Islands. Retired police officer Ignatius Gorae told an SIBC touring group in Shortland Islands – police posted along the western border ‘MUST’ rearm to heighten the country’s security…
Hoax calls to emergency number 999 irk police. Police Commissioner Frank Prendergast recently told local journalists over 10,000 such calls were made in the last month. Mr. Prendergast says this is unacceptable as it can only risk local security.
Solomon Islands security, through the Honiara International seaport, is now at its lowest. This is from an assessment by a former Solomon Islands Ports Authority Chief Security Officer, Patterson Ashley Hangaio.
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) is currently working with the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) to address the security concerns at the National Referral Hospital.
The National Referral Hospital (NRH) has increased the number of security personnel working during night shift. The hospital authority also begins work on restoring security lights in critical areas around the hospital compound.
The security of medical practitioners serving at the National Referral Hospital has again been questioned after a nurse was attacked and stabbed while on duty. A female nurse working on a night shift at Number 9 was last week attacked by an alleged drunkard.
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) will commence its safe boat operation next week. The operation will be jointly conducted with the Solomon Islands Maritime Safety Authority (SIMSA).
Honiara residents have been urged to be cautious of petty theft and burglaries as the country enters the pre-Christmas season. Police Commissioner Frank Prendergast told his weekly media conference today, historically, petty theft and burglaries may arise in this time of the year.
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has received its first breathalyser unit. Police Commissioner Frank Prendergast brought the breathalyser equipment along to his press conference today.
Solomon Islands reiterates its interest in serving in the United Nations peacekeeping missions. The 70th United Nations General Assembly recently heard.
The Provincial Police Commander for Temotu Province is embarking on a pro-active crime prevention strategy for 2016. Frank Menesa took over the new Police Provincial Commander three weeks ago and has began implementing the strategy He says the strategy is basically to instill confidence in the…
Police in Auki Malaita province will receive a new vessel. Police Commissioner Frank Prendergast recently announced the vessel is expected to arrive in Auki this month. Auki Police has also received two vehicles as a gift from RAMSI – Participating Police Force officers who withdrew last week.
The national government has acknowledged that series of violent standoffs between landowners and logging companies in Shortland Islands have put the country’s security at risk.
Honiara residents are advised to take security measures as the number of burglary incidents have increased in town. Deputy Police Commissioner Juanita Matanga said so far more incidents have come to police attention.
Komate villagers in West Guadalcanal have joined other communities and provinces to support the government’s decision on a limited rearmament of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF).
Police in Bougainville and the Solomon Islands are working on plans to ensure police presence at the Papua New Guinea-Solomon Islands border. Bougainville Assistant Police Commissioner Paul Kamuai said there has been an exchange of plans and meetings with the Solomon Islands Deputy Police…
The Royal Solomon Islands Police will provide tight security for the commemoration of the Second World War Anniversary tomorrow at Skyline. The event is expected to bring together a number of dignitaries both local and abroad.
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) is working with the Ministry of Home Affairs in preparation to celebrate the country’s 37th Independence day next week. Police Commissioner Frank Prendergast confirmed in his weekly media conference Thursday this week.
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) is now scaling down operations following a week-long operation covering the Melanesian Spearhead Group summit (MSG).
