Police commissioner leads the medal parade honouring dedicated SAPS members
Police Commissioner Major General Max Masha honoured members of the South African police service (SAPS) in the district for their loyal and faithful service.
Mayfair’s Arthur Block Park was the site of a prestigious medal parade led by police commissioner Major General Max Masha, who honoured members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) within the district for their loyal and faithful service. The event recognized the dedication and commitment of SAPS personnel, including those from Douglasdale police station, who have served for 10, 20, and 30 years.
The ceremony was a demonstration of gratitude and appreciation for the unwavering dedication displayed by these members of the SAPS. The recipients of the service medals were acknowledged for their significant contributions to maintaining law and order, ensuring public safety, and upholding justice within the community.
In his address during the parade, Major General Max Masha commended the recipients for their tireless efforts, stating, “Today, we gather here to honour and recognize the exceptional commitment and sacrifice of our SAPS members. Your unwavering dedication to the service of our nation is commendable, and we are grateful for your selfless contributions.
“We appreciate all police who are doing their work, the community must support our police. Not all police are not working- those who are doing their job need their credit. Keep supporting your community, and know your station commander. Have their numbers let’s fight crime together. The more you report crime to your station commanders the more we fight crime.”
During the ceremony, Masha individually presented the medals to the recipients, expressing his appreciation for their commitment and highlighting their valuable role in maintaining law and order. He emphasized the importance of their continued dedication to facing the challenges of modern policing and ensuring the safety of communities.
The medal ceremony not only celebrated the recipients’ achievements but also served as a reminder of the vital role played by the SAPS in safeguarding communities and upholding justice. It highlighted the importance of recognizing and honouring those who have dedicated their lives to public service, inspiring others to follow in their footsteps.
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