PHILIPSBURG:--- The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) held a promotion ceremony for the officers of BPO Class 5 on Friday, November 7th, 2025, at the Philipsburg Police Station.
The ceremony was attended by the Honorable Minister of Justice, Ms. N. Tackling, and the Chief of Police, Mr. C. John, along with family members, colleagues, and union representatives.
During her address, Minister Tackling congratulated the newly promoted officers and their families, acknowledging that the finalization of their promotion decisions (“BESLUITEN”) took some time. She expressed appreciation for the officers’ patience and continued dedication to the Police Force and the Sint Maarten community.
Chief of Police C. John also extended his congratulations to the officers on their well-deserved promotions, while reminding them of their continued duty to serve the community with integrity, respect, and professionalism.
In addition to the promotions, several officers were also recognized for completing the Basic Intelligence Training, an important step in strengthening KPSM’s intelligence and operational capabilities.
The management team of KPSM congratulates all promoted officers and training participants and extends appreciation to their families, colleagues, and partners for their continued support.
KPSM Press Release.