The government is in the process of procuring logistics such as helicopters, drones and vehicles for the Police Service to help in the fight against armed robbery and general crime in the country. This was disclosed by the Interior Minister Ambrose Derry who was commenting on the recent upsurge in crime, particularly armed robbery. He said the government is taking swift measures to deal with crime, especially armed robbery.
Speaking to journalists today [Wednesday] February 28, 2018, on the sidelines of a wreath-laying ceremony for servicemen who lost their lives in the February 28 crossroad shooting held at the Black Star Square, the Minister said processes have commenced for the procurement of vehicles, helicopters and other equipment needed for the smooth operations of the security services.
“We have focused to fight crime, it has never been so. In the past it has been a general approach to crime and being reactive…the law has provided that in terms of security matters, you can have sole sourcing, we might have to do that to quickly get things in.” He said they will in the meantime procure “about three helicopters… and they will be stationed in Accra with the police and they will help in the backups.”
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