The Police Force has continued its modernization efforts with the acquisition of seven electric vehicles, which will replace traditional vehicles. This is the first time the Police Force will use electric vehicles.

With an investment of over €300,000, the electric vehicles will be used by the community police section and the forensic laboratory section of the force. Additionally, the K9 unit will be strengthened with four new vehicles.

The Community Malta Agency donated €100,000 to the Police Force to cover part of the investment. This agency is also currently covering the overtime pay for the police involved in escorting the transportation of fireworks for feasts and has previously provided a grant for the community police to acquire e-bikes used in their patrols.

The community police will use these electric vehicles in various localities including Rabat, Mdina, Ħad-Dingli, Mtarfa, Msida, Gżira, Ta’ Xbiex, Marsaskala, and Raħal Ġdid. This will provide the police with more tools to reach different communities and allow them to conduct more continuous patrols in areas considered the most challenging.

During the inauguration of the new electric vehicles, the Minister for Home Affairs, Security, and Labour Byron Camilleri said the Ministry remains committed to transitioning to less polluting electric vehicles while continuing to provide services to make communities safer.

For his part, Police Commissioner Angelo Gafà stated that in recent years, the Police Force has been undergoing unprecedented investment. He said that as an entity working 24 hours a day, these electric vehicles will certainly contribute to both a safer society and a better environment.

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