In a statement, the Rwanda National Police (RNP) revealed that the course, conducted at Lake Kivu in Rubavu District, was organized in partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR).
The course covered various topics, including general criminal law and penalties, laws governing specific crimes, criminal procedure law, investigating water-related crimes, managing and securing ports, evidence collection, interviewing witnesses, and case file preparation.
Commissioner of Police (CP) Emmanuel Hatari, the Regional Police Commander for the Western region, presided over the closing ceremony.
The officer emphasized that the course was crucial for marine-related operations.
'Just like in other parts of Rwanda, security in water bodies is given special attention to ensure that daily activities such as transportation and fishing are conducted safely and with confidence in security," CP Hatari said.
He reminded the trainees to utilize the acquired knowledge and skills to prevent and investigate crimes in the waters.
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