The Delegate of the Government in Melilla, Sabrina Moh, accompanied by the Regional Chief of Operations of the Superior Police Headquarters, José Ángel Sanz, and the Secretary General of the Headquarters, Isidoro González, received this Monday the 19 national police officers - 4 men and 15 men - who join the staff of the Superior Headquarters today after having ceased in their previous destinations.
These agents join the 22 officers who arrived in the city at the beginning of this month, which means that the 41 national police officers awarded through the General Merit Contest are already in Melilla. The reinforcement includes different scales and categories: sub-inspectors, police officers and police officers.
The Delegate of the Government welcomed the newcomers and stressed that this incorporation completes “a significant reinforcement of troops that will contribute to improve security in our city and optimize the police services provided to citizens.”
Moh has thanked the agents for choosing Melilla as a destination to continue driving their professional careers. He has also valued the experience they provide, which will allow to enrich the daily work of the Headquarters in the city.
On the other hand, he has stressed the importance of working from empathy: “We work with people who require our services and see us as an ally.” In this regard, he has highlighted the collaboration and coordination that takes place in Melilla between the different security forces, an “essential” aspect in the daily performance of their functions.
For his part, the Regional Chief of Operations has assured that this reinforcement of the staff is “a reason for joy” and has valued the uniqueness and riches of the city.
Sanz has encouraged new police officers to be “proactive and diligent” in their work. “We don’t work as cops, we are cops 365 days a year,” he said. “Being a police officer is a responsibility,” he said.
Finally, he has sent a message to the newcomers: “In situations that exceed your operational capabilities or professional knowledge, act as you would like another policeman to treat your brother, your mother or your children. That way you’re never going to make a mistake.”