SIBU: Community security and safety is not just the responsibility of the police force but requires active community involvement and continuous support from various enforcement agencies.
Sibu District police chief ACP Zulkipli Suhaili said the concept of modern policing requires comprehensive cooperation between the authorities and the people, in line with the “Police and Community Are Not Separate” approach which is the core principle of the Community Policing Programme.
“The police force cannot move alone in addressing today’s security challenges. Commitment and active involvement from all parties – whether the general public, other enforcement agencies, or local authorities – are crucial to ensuring that our environment remains peaceful and prosperous,” he said.
He said this when officiating at the Customer Day Programme organised by the Sibu District Police Headquarters (IPD) in collaboration with the Sibu Rural District Council (SRDC) at the Seduan Rantau Panjang People’s Housing Project (PPR) here on Saturday (Oct 11).
The programme served as an important platform to strengthen the relationship between the police and the community, while also enhancing public awareness of their role in crime prevention.
Zulkipli also expressed his appreciation for the encouraging response from the local community and expressed his confidence that this cross-sector collaborations should continue to safeguard the community well-being.
“I call on all levels of society to continue to be the eyes and ears of the security forces and to always support initiatives that help build a safer and more responsible community,” he said.
Meanwhile, throughout the event, various activities were carried out including information sessions on road safety, crime and drug prevention, and online fraud awareness.
The introduction of the Volunteer Smartphone Patrol (VSP) application was also highlighted. The app serves as a platform for the public to lodge complaints, submit reports, and share security alerts.
In addition, the community was briefed on important police to facilitate the sharing of information related to criminal activities.
The programme also featured an engagement session with a group of housewives through the AMANITA platform, which focused on the registration of AMANITA Friends, Meet & Greet activities and awareness sharing on domestic crime and the role of women in neighborhood safety.
