Assistant Superintendent of Police Frankie Thomas of the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has claimed the prestigious Amalgamated Security Services Limited (ASSL) Top Caribbean Community Policing Award.
The Royal Police Force's Office of Strategic Communications announced that ASP Thomas received the award during an official ceremony hosted by the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police (ACCP) and Amalgamated Security Services Limited in Paramaribo, Suriname, on Tuesday, May 12.
Speaking after the presentation, ASP Thomas described the recognition as both an honour and a source of humility. "I am elated, yet extremely humbled to be nominated for this high honour. I accept this in honour of my mom, who was my greatest supporter, and all those who have been supporting me throughout my career as a police officer," he said.
ASP Thomas reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the partnership between police and the public, and urged fellow officers across Antigua and Barbuda and throughout the region to embrace police-public partnerships as a critical component in improving public safety and community trust.
In his acceptance speech, ASP Thomas gave thanks to God and expressed gratitude to Amalgamated Security Services Limited and the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police for selecting him. He also acknowledged former Commissioner of Police Atlee Rodney — now Deputy Director of the Regional Security System — for his support and encouragement over the years, and thanked the Police Administration, along with his staff and colleagues.
The ASSL/ACCP Regional Recognition Awards Programme was established in 2015 through a partnership between the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police and Amalgamated Security Services Limited. The initiative recognises outstanding Caribbean law enforcement officers for excellence in policing, public safety, and community engagement.
The programme comprises three award categories: the Top Caribbean Community Policing Officer, which focuses on improving relationships between police and community members; the Top Caribbean Crime Fighter, which recognises officers for exceptional crime detection and investigative successes; and the Top Caribbean Career Move, which honours significant professional achievements and career advancement within law enforcement.
Commissioner of Police Everton Jeffers extended congratulations to ASP Thomas on the achievement, commending him for bringing regional recognition to the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda. The Police Administration applauded ASP Thomas for his dedication, professionalism, and commitment to community policing, and wished him continued success.
