{
  "id": 18907573,
  "title": "Colombian police officer praises Dubai's approach to fighting crime with help from residents",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/08/colombian-police-officer-praises-dubais-approach-to-fighting-crime-18907573",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-08T09:17:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/11/08/colombian-police-officer-praises-dubais-approach-to-fighting-crime-with-help-from-residents/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A senior Colombian police commander has commended Dubai Police for their community-focused approach to combating crime. Maj Sandra Carolina Chacon Gomez, who oversees a police station in Colombia, expressed particular admiration for Dubai Police's efforts to cultivate strong relationships between officers and residents. Speaking at the third Policing Innovation and Leadership Diploma, organized by Dubai Police in collaboration with Rabdan Academy in the United Arab Emirates, Maj Chacon Gomez highlighted the Positive Spirit Council as a key innovation. This council spearheads initiatives that unite police and community members, promoting public engagement and addressing both crime and social issues. She underscored the importance of enlisting residents' participation in community safety, describing it as one of the most valuable lessons from her visit. Maj Chacon Gomez emphasized that Dubai Police's success in engaging locals is crucial for establishing a cohesive and secure environment for everyone. Additionally, she praised the force's comprehensive strategy for preventing serious crimes and tackling neighborhood problems, emphasizing that policing can transcend conventional law enforcement methods. The Colombian officer was among 45 participants from diverse countries attending the international training program, which combines academic instruction with practical exercises and physical conditioning. Maj Chacon Gomez described the experience as invaluable, offering insights into policing methodologies worldwide while sharing her own Colombian perspectives. She expressed gratitude to the training organizers for the opportunity to collaborate with officers from varied backgrounds, expressing her appreciation for the warm welcome extended during the program.",
  "summary": "A senior Colombian police officer has praised Dubai Police for encouraging residents to play an active role in preventing crime and keeping their neighbourhoods safe. Maj Sandra Carolina Chacon Gomez, who commands a police station in Colombia, said she was particularly impressed by the force's efforts to build trust between officers and the communities they serve. Her comments came during the…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}