Attorney General Sir Steadroy Benjamin has called on members of the public to play a more active role in crime prevention, urging residents to report criminal activity and work alongside law enforcement to help keep communities safe.

Speaking at the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda’s 50th Recruit Training Course graduation ceremony on Thursday, Benjamin said fighting crime cannot be left solely to the police, but requires the cooperation of every citizen.

He encouraged residents to adopt a “see something, say something” approach, stressing that timely information from the public can help officers prevent crimes, apprehend offenders and improve public safety.

Benjamin said effective policing depends on trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve, adding that residents should feel confident in sharing information that could assist investigations or prevent criminal activity.

The Attorney General said public safety is a shared responsibility and urged citizens not to remain silent when they witness wrongdoing, noting that community involvement is one of the strongest tools available in combating crime.

His appeal came as the government continues to invest in strengthening the Royal Police Force through improved training, technology and infrastructure while seeking to build closer partnerships between officers and the public.

Addressing the graduating recruits, Benjamin reminded the new officers that earning the confidence of the public will require professionalism, integrity and respect in every interaction with the communities they serve.

The ceremony marked the graduation of the force’s 50th recruit training course, with dozens of new officers taking the oath to serve and protect Antigua and Barbuda.

This article was originally published by Antigua News Room. Read the original article here: Attorney General Urges Public to ‘Say Something’ When They See Crime.