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The commissioner of police is the commander of the Royal Police force of Antigua and Barbuda. He is supported by gazette officers to include (Deputy commissioner of police, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Superintendent of Police and Assistant Superintendent of Police). The order of command then goes to Inspectors down to Police Constables.
The Commissioner of Police (COP) is the most senior rank within the Police Force. He is responsible for leading the force and setting out its vision for the future. The Commissioner of Police rank badge depicts crossed tipstaves in a laurel wreath with one star and one crown, and is worn on their uniform epaulettes surrounded by gorget patches with oak leaves worn on the tip of the tunic/jacket collar.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP)is the second most senior rank within the Police Force. They are responsible for supporting the Commissioner of Police in leading the police force. The Deputy Commissioner of Police rank badge depicts crossed tipstaves in a laurel wreath with two stars, and is worn on their uniform epaulettes surrounded by gorget patches with oak leaves worn on the tip of the tunic/jacket collar.
Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) is the third most senior rank within the Police Force. They also form a part of the organization’s executive management team with major responsiblities and organisational portfolios to include but not limited to Crime or Local Policing, while implementing and maintaining the force vision, mission and core values. The Assistant Commissioner of Police rank badge depicts crossed tipstaves in a laurel wreath, with one star and is worn on their uniform epaulettes surrounded by gorget patches with a twisted braid worn on the tip of the tunic/jacket collar.
The Superintendent rank is the fourth level of the senior management within the police force. They oversee large and/or complex departments and resources, while often carrying responsibility for a specific policy or policing area. They are also often the senior decision-maker during significant operational incidents. The Superintendent of Police rank badge is a single crown worn on their uniform epaulettes surrounded by gorget patches with a single line worn on the tip of the tunic/jacket collar.
The rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police is considered an upper-middle manager level, within the police force, with persons overseeing large departments and stations. The Assistant Superintendent of Police rank badge depicted by three stars/pips worn on their uniform epaulettes.
Inspectors remain mostly operational and this third level of policing is considered a middle-manager. Inspectors begin to take a more strategic perspective on operational policing matters. The Inspector of Police rank badge is depicted by two stars/pips worn on their uniform epaulettes.
The rank of Senior Sergeant is the third level of the supervisory ranks within the police force and can also be classified as the first part of middle management for the organization. A senior sergeant is attached to all stations and major departments within the police force in order to aid with decicion making whether it be operational or administrative in the absence of an Inspector. The rank of Senior Sergeant is signified by a crown with three chevron stripes worn on the arms or epaulettes.
The rank of Sergeant within the police force is the second supervisory rank and usually remains operational. Sergeants can also be classified as ‘ground leaders’ as they are sometimes on the ground when investigations are taking place and giving instructions. Additionally, all Professional Standard Investigations within the police force starts with the rank of a Sergeant. The rank is signified by three chevron stripes worn on the arms or epaulettes.
The Corporal rank is the first level of supervising within the police force. The rank is depicted by a chevron with two stripes on the arms or epaulettes. In addition to their supervisory responsibilities, Corporals also perform functions such as patrol and investigations. Corporals typically act as the supervisor in the Sergeant’s absence.
The rank of Constable is the starting and most junior rank for persons enlisted in the police force. These officers become eligible for promotion to Corporal after two (2) years probation and having completed an internal force proficiency examination. Police Constables are usually identified by their force numbers which is worn on the top of their left uniform shirt pockets.
Police Headquarters
American Road
St. John’s, Antigua W.I
Tel: +1 (268) 462-0125
Email: cop@ab.gov.ag
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Photo: Atlee P Rodney, Commissioner of Police
Photo: Attorney General Honorable Stedroy ‘Cutie’ Benjamin (left) Atlee P. Rodney (Right)
Photo: His Excellency Sir Rodney Williams, Governor General (right) Atlee P. Rodney (left)
Mr. Atlee Patrick Rodney is the Commissioner of Police of the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda. He was enlisted in the organization on 15th October, 1982. On 25th November, 2019 he was appointed to the rank of Commissioner of Police. With forty (40) years of service, he brings to this position a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Commissioner Rodney before joining the Police Force worked as a Primary School teacher at the Savanne Paille Primary School. Subsequently after his enlistment into the organization, used his wealth of knowledge to propel himself through the ranks. He worked in several Divisions/Departments including Special Patrol Group, Narcotics, Out Stations, Criminal Investigation, Police Training School where he was the Chief Instructor, Human Resource and the Staff Office. He was seconded to the Regional Security Services (RSS) and worked as the Staff Officer there.
During his policing career, Commissioner Rodney attended several notable courses to include Hostage Negotiations, RSS Instructors Manuel Development for Recruit Syllabus, First Management of Project on International Cooperation, RSS Staff & Command, CARICOM Disaster Relief Unit Annual training and Executive Leadership. He also attended the 26th Annual General Meeting of Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police, Seminar on Emerging Communication Network for Developing Countries, Police Management, Intelligence Gathering and Analysis from Governments and other Institution in the Caribbean and Central America.
He pursued studies and was awarded his Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications from the University of Valle de Puebla in Mexico on February 18, 2011. In the year 2019, Commissioner Rodney was awarded the Queen’s Police Medal (QPM) for his contributions to National and Regional Security in the Caribbean Region on April 5 2018.
