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Crime Prevention Unit
The Crime Prevention Unit (CPU) of the Mauritius Police Force was established on September 11, 1989. Operating under the aegis of the Central Criminal Investigation Division (CCID) and supervised by the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime), the CPU plays a vital role in enhancing community safety and preventing crime. Notably, the unit holds certification under…
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Inauguration of new Police Station in Vallée des Prêtres – A Milestone for the Community
The establishment of this state-of-the-art Police Station in Vallée des Prêtres signifies a notable enhancement in service accessibility and quality for the local community, ensuring that law enforcement services are more readily available to the public, thereby improving response times and overall security. Port Louis, Mauritius – On June 3rd, amidst anticipation and community pride,…
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250 ans de la police : Au plus près de ceux qui protègent nos VIPs
The Mauritius Police Force (MPF) is the national law enforcement agency of Mauritius. The MPF carries out police, security, and military functions on Mauritius, with about 12,500 police officers under the command of the Commissioner of Police. The MPF is part of the Home Affairs Division, which operates under the aegis of the Prime Minister‘s Office.[1][2] Military advisers from India and the United Kingdom work with the Special…
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India Air Force aircraft reaches Mauritius with ALH Mk III helicopter for the police force
An Indian Air Force (IAF) C-17 aircraft has reached Mauritius carrying an Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Mk III that is to be handed over to the Mauritian government.
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Strengthening enforcement of new tobacco law through capacity building of police officers
Strengthening enforcement of new tobacco law through capacity building of police officers. Empowering the Mauritius Police Force on law enforcement for tobacco control is essential to ensure compliance of the new tobacco law, the Public Health Regulations on Restrictions on Tobacco Products, promulgated in 2022.
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British High Commission hands over sniffer dogs to Mauritius
On Thursday 19 September, the British High Commission, together with the Mauritius Prison Service and Mauritius Police Force officially marked the handover of two trained drug and cellphone detection dogs, donated to the Police and Prison services by the Government of the United Kingdom.