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SOURCE: GIS- Attorney General and Minister for Public Safety Hon. Sir Steadroy Benjamin has commended the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda for their latest efforts and successes in crime fighting. <\/p>

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Speaking at a meeting earlier this week with the Police high command, Sir Steadroy called on the Police to redouble their efforts to keep citizens and residents safe and secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Attorney General also encouraged the Police to enforce all laws of Antigua and Barbuda, in particular <\/a>recently enacted legislation aimed at curbing criminal and delinquent behaviour, gang crimes and firearm related offences.<\/p>

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Sir Steadroy continues to pledge Government’s full and unwavering support to the RPFAB and committed to provide the Police with all necessary resources to carry out their duties.<\/p>

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SOURCE: GIS- Attorney General and Minister for Public Safety Hon. Sir Steadroy Benjamin has commended the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda for their latest efforts and successes in crime fighting. 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