The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, accompanied by members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), on Thursday opened a two-day Regional Crime Officers’ Conference aimed at strengthening the investigative capacity of crime officers across Ghana.
The conference, which highlights the critical role of Crime Officers in criminal investigations, brought together officers from all 25 Police Regions, as well as directors of selected units at the CID Headquarters.
In his address, the IGP underscored the vital role Crime Officers play in modern policing, particularly amid evolving and increasingly sophisticated crime trends.
He noted that contemporary criminal activities demand advanced investigative approaches, high levels of professionalism, and continuous capacity building to ensure effective law enforcement.
Mr. Yohuno reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing the investigative capabilities of the Ghana Police Service, emphasizing that improving investigative standards is essential to staying ahead of crime and restoring public confidence in the Service.
The Director-General of the Criminal Investigation Department, COP Ms. Lydia Yaako Donkor, in her welcome address, encouraged participants to engage actively in conference deliberations.
She noted that the success of criminal prosecution largely depends on the effectiveness of criminal investigations.
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