Assistant Superintendent of Police Dale Mercury says he is very happy to have
been the first person to receive the King’s Police Medal Award, as presented by the
new UK Monarch, King Charles 3 rd .
Three Antigua and Barbuda nationals were named on the King’s New Year’s
Honour’s List with ASP Mercury the lone police officer. The others are
Communication’s Director in the Office of the Prime Minister, Maurice Merchant
and Educator and Cultural icon, Rudolph Davis.
“Assistant Superintendent of Police Dale Michael Mercury is an exemplary law
enforcement officer whose unwavering dedication and integrity have left an
indelible mark on the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda. His journey in
law enforcement is a testament to his steadfast commitment to the service of his
chosen homeland, Antigua and Barbuda,” the Citation issued from Government
House reads.
Speaking with Point Express newspaper, ASP Mercury, who was born in St.
Vincent and the Grenadines, said when he joined the Royal Police Force of
Antigua and Barbuda 37 years ago and his intention was always to serve the people
of Antigua and Barbuda to the best of his abilities.
“When I started in the force those many years ago, receiving an award from the
British Monarch was the furthest thing from my mind. I wasn’t serving for rewards
or special recognition; my focus was the job and to do my best as an officer in the
police force. I am happy to have received the award, especially to know that it is a
historic moment as I am the first police officer from Antigua and Barbuda to
receive the medal from King Charles,” he declared.
ASP Mercury now serves as Aide De Camp to the Governor General, but he spent
most of his time in the force serving in the Criminal Investigations Department
helping the force to solve major crimes and keeping criminal activities at a
minimum.
