Bono Regional Police Commander calls for deepened police-traditional authority relationship
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCoP) Joshua Coppson, Bono Regional Police Commander, has called for deeper collaboration between the police and traditional authorities to combat societal ills and crime.
DCoP Joshua Coppson, the Bono Regional Police Commander, has urged for a closer partnership between law enforcement and traditional authorities to tackle societal problems and criminal activities. He stressed the importance of chiefs and queenmothers providing robust backing to the police in order to foster a secure and harmonious environment for everyone.
During a visit to Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III, the Paramount Chief of the Wenchi Traditional Area, in Wenchi, Coppson highlighted the potential of traditional leaders, as representatives of their communities and stewards of the land, to assist the police in combating crime by sharing pertinent information. Osagyefo Tabrako III expressed gratitude to the Police Commander for the visit and pledged his commitment and collaboration towards maintaining the current peace in the region.
Their discussions largely focused on enhancing security, addressing emerging chieftaincy issues, crime prevention, and public safety.
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