Jamaica's former crime chief gets deputy commissioner role in Turks and Caicos
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- Former Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Deputy Commissioner of Police, Fitz Bailey, is set to take on a temporary role in the Turks and Caicos Islands, following his retirement from the JCF last month after a distinguished 40-year career.
- Bailey, who led the crime portfolio in the JCF, has been appointed Deputy Commissioner of Police in the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, effective Monday, October 7.
- Edvin Martin, Commissioner of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, praised Bailey's extensive expertise.
- “He has a wealth of knowledge and experience in crime prevention, investigations, tackling gang violence, and public safety,” said Martin in a statement announcing the appointment.
- Bailey’s retirement was marked by tributes from Jamaican officials, including Prime Minister Andrew Holness, who commended him for his outstanding service.
Former Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Deputy Commissioner of Police, Fitz Bailey, is set to take on a temporary role in the Turks and Caicos Islands, following his retirement from the JCF last month after a distinguished 40-year career.
Bailey, who led the crime portfolio in the JCF, has been appointed Deputy Commissioner of Police in the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, effective Monday, October 7.
Edvin Martin, Commissioner of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, praised Bailey's extensive expertise. “He has a wealth of knowledge and experience in crime prevention, investigations, tackling gang violence, and public safety,” said Martin in a statement announcing the appointment.
Bailey’s retirement was marked by tributes from Jamaican officials, including Prime Minister Andrew Holness, who commended him for his outstanding service. Speaking at a retirement function held in Bailey’s honor at the AC Marriott Hotel in New Kingston, Holness described him as "an extraordinary policeman" and noted his significant contributions to law enforcement in Jamaica.
“As you leave this job to no doubt pursue other opportunities, you will be remembered, and your work will be a model that others will seek to follow,” Holness said. He added that Bailey's retirement is not a loss to the nation, as his skills and experience could continue to be valuable in other areas.
During his four decades of service, Bailey held various roles, including leadership of the Fraud Squad and responsibility for the JCF’s crime portfolio. His legacy includes his commitment to public safety and upholding the principles and policies that have shaped the force.
In his final years as Deputy Commissioner of Police in Jamaica, Fitz Bailey became the public face of several high-profile murder investigations that shook the nation, including the kidnapping and killing of Member of Parliament Phillip Paulwell's daughter and her mother.
Bailey holds a Master of Science in National Security and Strategies from the University of the West Indies and an Associate Degree in Accounting from the Management Institute for National Development (MIND). He is an alumnus of McGrath High School and Prospect College in Jamaica.
