In October, Kurt Walton was formally appointed as the new commissioner of the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service.
The former deputy commissioner, who has worked for the police for 36 years, is the second Caymanian to ever take on the top job after Buel Braggs from 2003 to 2005.
Former Police Commissioner Derek Byrne spent his last day at the helm on Friday, 29 Sept., and officially handed over the baton on Sunday, 1 Oct.
A change-of-command ceremony celebrated both the achievements of the outgoing police commissioner and welcomed and congratulated Walton.
Walton: ‘I have a very clear vision to keep Cayman safe’
The Police Service Commission said that Walton was appointed following an open recruitment process.
Walton, in a press release announcing his new role, said he was “immensely grateful for the trust and confidence shown in me to lead an organisation with so many hard working and inspiring people.
“I am under no illusion what is required of Commissioner of Police and understand the tremendous responsibility and accountability that comes with the role.
“I have always given my utmost best in serving my country and the people of the Cayman Islands. I am passionate about policing and it’s been that way over the past 36½ years. I have a very clear vision and that is to keep Cayman safe and to do so, I must understand the threats,” he said.
Walton, who was born in Cayman Brac, said he recognises the importance of partnerships in this vision and will continue fostering existing and new relationships locally, regionally and internationally.
“Along with my senior leadership team and our staff we will continue with our ongoing efforts towards a modernised police service and coast guard which delivers quality services to the people we serve,” he said.
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