President Gustavo Petro has appointed General William Salamanca as the new Director of the National Police in Colombia. During the promotion ceremony held at the ‘General Francisco de Paula Santander’ Police Cadet School in Bogota, President Petro expressed his belief that General Salamanca’s appointment would lead to a strong and profound fight against corruption within the police force.
President Petro emphasized that one of the priorities of his government is to eradicate corruption among the servants of the State of Colombia. He gave General Salamanca full authorization to carry out relevant investigations and ensure that appropriate consequences are reached. The President made it clear that corruption will not be tolerated within the police force, from its highest command down to the President of the Republic.
In his speech, President Petro highlighted the importance of protecting the police institution from any collusion with organized crime. He stressed the need for the Colombian police to isolate themselves from any contact or collusion with criminals. General Salamanca’s primary responsibility is to ensure that the police force remains untainted by corruption and cooptation by criminal elements.
The President also commended the growing participation of women in the National Police, stating that their presence is valuable in the fight against corruption and in safeguarding life in Colombia. He challenged General Salamanca to transform the Colombian Police into a global leader in protecting human existence and caring for life in the country.
The appointment of General Salamanca as the new Director of the National Police reflects President Petro’s commitment to combating corruption and strengthening the integrity of the police force. With the President’s support, General Salamanca is expected to lead a comprehensive effort to root out corruption and ensure that the police institution remains dedicated to serving and protecting the Colombian people.
What measures does President Petro expect General Salamanca to take in order to establish the Colombian Police as a global leader in safeguarding human existence and fighting corruption
President Gustavo Petro has appointed General William Salamanca as the new Director of the National Police in Colombia. During the promotion ceremony held at the ‘General Francisco de Paula Santander’ Police Cadet School in Bogota, President Petro expressed his belief that General Salamanca’s appointment would lead to a strong and profound fight against corruption within the police force.
In his speech, President Petro emphasized the importance of eradicating corruption within the police force, stating that it will not be tolerated at any level. He granted General Salamanca full authority to conduct necessary investigations and ensure that appropriate consequences are met. The President’s priority is to safeguard the integrity of the police force and eliminate any collusion with criminals.
President Petro also acknowledged the valuable contribution of women in the National Police and their role in combating corruption and protecting life in Colombia. He encouraged General Salamanca to establish the Colombian Police as a global leader in safeguarding human existence and caring for the well-being of the people.
This appointment demonstrates President Petro’s commitment to fighting corruption and strengthening the police force’s integrity. With the President’s support, General Salamanca is expected to lead comprehensive efforts to root out corruption and ensure that the police institution remains dedicated to serving and protecting the Colombian people.
This is a crucial step towards tackling corruption and ensuring fairness in our society. It’s encouraging to see proactive measures being taken by Petro to address this pressing issue. We hope to see tangible results that will restore public trust in the police force.
This is a commendable move by Petro. Strengthening the fight against corruption is crucial for a fair and just society. It’s time to hold perpetrators accountable and restore public trust in the police force.