(St. John’s, NL), May 15, 2023 – Today marks the beginning of National Police Week – a seven-day public awareness campaign that encourages increased awareness and understanding between police and the communities they serve.

This year, we recognize the oath officers proudly take to be “committed to serve” communities who want and expect the police to keep them safe.

To residents, we are the police. They do not differentiate between patches, names, or police services, but simply want one thing — for us to keep them safe and healthy. This is the duty and responsibility police services proudly assume 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

“Police Week traditionally takes place in May to coincide with Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, which is recognized internationally on May 15. This week and every week, we express our gratitude for those who put themselves in harm’s way to keep us safe and honour those who lost their lives in the line of duty. The theme this year is “Committed to Serve”. The RNC is a people-driven organization that is committed to serve and to work with community partners and residents for a stronger, safer and healthier community for all.”
RNC Chief Patrick Roche.

This week, the RNC renews its oath to be #CommittedToServe the communities in our region, as we work together towards a high quality of life and positive outcomes for all.

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Media Relations & Public Communication
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
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