Top Cop Praises Peaceful Protest, Credits Diplomacy and Discipline

As thousands marched through the capital demanding better pay and fair treatment, Commissioner of Police Doctor Richard Rosado says the day unfolded just as planned—peacefully. Speaking after the demonstration, Rosado commended the unions for organizing a calm and incident-free protest. He also revealed that officers were instructed to take a diplomatic approach if tensions rose, ensuring that the focus remained on safety and respect.

 

Dr. Richard Rosado, Commissioner of Police

“First of all I want to say that the unions have a right to protest but they must do so within the context of the law and for all I know the unions have always done a peaceful demonstration. So, they are within their rights.”

 

Reporter

“Right now they are very close to the event, are they sanctioned to be here?”

 

Dr. Richard Rosado

“The event has been concluded so they are not in breach of any the conditions of the bond and the security threat is at a minimum at this point.”

 

Reporter

“Talk about what it took to organize this event, a lot of police officers were stationed across the ring road.”

Dr. Richard Rosado

“Well honestly, we were anticipating a larger crowd, but it did not turn tu to the size we are anticipating. Our police efforts are based on the threat assessment and based on the threat assessment we will post our police officers to ensure they can protest and protest doing so peacefully.”

 

Reporter

“Did the officers face any resistance of difficulties dealing with the demonstration.”

 

Dr. Richard Rosado

“No, for the most part the teachers have been very peaceful and operating within the context of the law.”

 

Reporter

“What was your advice to officers this morning?”

 

Dr. Richard Rosado

“Whenever we have a demonstration, our first approach and I have emphasized this, that they much approach whoever is approaching in a diplomatic manner.”