Police Personnel, Families Deserve Greater Recognition For Sacrifices, Says Caretaker Deputy Minister

MIRI (Nov 8): Police personnel and their families deserve greater recognition for the sacrifices they make in safeguarding public safety, said caretaker Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Sebastian Ting.

The Piasau incumbent said police personnel often had to put their duties ahead of family commitments, working long hours and responding to emergencies in challenging and sometimes dangerous circumstances.

“While many of us are enjoying our evenings at home, spending time with our families or celebrating festive occasions, our police officers may still be on duty, patrolling our streets, responding to emergencies or protecting the safety of our communities,” he said during the Miri Police Family Day celebration at the Miri District Police Headquarters (IPD Miri) on Friday.

Ting expressed his gratitude to police personnel for their dedication and commitment, while also acknowledging the sacrifices made by their spouses and children.

“Behind every dedicated police officer is often a family that provides encouragement, patience, understanding and unconditional support,” he said.

He added that the police played a crucial role in maintaining public safety as Miri continued to develop as a tourism and business hub.

“As Sarawak’s second largest city and an important tourism destination, Miri must maintain a safe and peaceful environment to ensure residents and visitors alike can enjoy its attractions, accommodation facilities and commercial areas with confidence,” he said.

Meanwhile, Miri District Police Chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah thanked those who had contributed to the welfare of police personnel, including through efforts to improve recreational facilities.

He said construction of a covered futsal court at IPD Miri was expected to begin soon, and thanked Ting for helping to make the project a reality.

“With this facility, we hope our personnel can participate in regular recreational activities to reduce work-related stress, foster team spirit and provide a beneficial space for our children, while keeping them away from unhealthy activities,” he said.

Mohd Farhan also extended his best wishes to 21 officers and personnel, nine of whom were retiring, while the others were transferring to new postings.

He thanked the media for their continued cooperation in disseminating information on policing, crime prevention and community programmes.

Also present were Sarawak Integrity and Standard Compliance Department (JIPS) head ACP Norasyikin Abdullah, police station chiefs, department heads and members of Persatuan Keluarga Polis (Perkep) Miri.

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