Community police, police officer in every neighborhood

Community police, police officer in every neighborhood

The state police will change the structure of organization, setting up a special police officer for each neighborhood. 

During the presentation of the new strategy in Elbasan, Interior Minister Fatmir Xhafaj underlined the importance of police co-operation with the community. For Xhafaj this is the beginning of a new era.

"Let's build a new police-community relationship. Better control of the territory to enhance public safety and order." said Fatmir Xhafaj.

Elbasan's Police Director, Altin Qato stressed that robberies are the main concern, despite the statistics showing a significant decline. Meanwhile, he underlined that there will be more engagement in the security of schools, stating: 

"Thefts at apartments and bars remain a concern, but the situation appears to have improved compared to previous years. A great focus of our work is security in and around schools." 

The Mayor of Elbasan, Qazim Sejdini also underlined the importance of co-operation between the community and the police.

"This security is not only the responsibility of the police, but the contribution of other local government agencies, civil society, media, business and all other actors at the local level is also welcomed," said Qazim Sejdini.

At the end of the meeting, the director of the state police, Ardi Veliu handed over the career certificate to police officer, Vehap Xhindoli for his contribution to maintaining order and co-operating with the community.

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