Canine Unit out PAW PATROLING
In what seemed like a paw-some spectacle, the Canine (K9) Unit of the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services unleashed their furry fury during the routine search of prisoners on...
Read MoreSPPCS: Close Personal Protection (CPP) Training Begins for CHOGM Event
The CPP training, aimed at preparing participants for the upcoming CHOGM event, commenced today with a prayer. Led by Senior Sergeant Junior Afereti and team, the two-week course focuses on...
Read MorePolice Officers Commence Defensive Driving Training to Qualify for Police Vehicle Operation
In a formal ceremony conducted earlier today, the commencement of the 3rd Defensive Driving Training for this year 2024 marked a significant step for law enforcement officers as they embark...
Read MoreSamoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services Commemorates International Women’s Day with “Inspiring Inclusions” Theme
Despite inclement weather dampening the Friday morning skies, the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) orchestrated a poignant marching parade to the government building. The objective: to ceremoniously hoist...
Read MoreSamoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services Collaborates with APTC & Partners to Celebrate International Women’s Day 2024
Earlier today, on Wednesday, the 6th of March 2024, the Samoa Police, Prisons & Correction Services (SPPCS) united with the Women in TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) Forum,...
Read MoreAcknowledgement to the Women of the Samoa Police, Prisons, and Correction Services
Greetings, esteemed colleagues, both sworn and non-sworn members of the Samoa Police, Prisons, and Correction Services! As we prepare to celebrate International Women’s Day, the Samoa Police Women Advisory Network...
Read MoreSPPCS Official Ceremony Marks Opening of Investigative Interview Skills Course
Earlier today, Tuesday March 5th 2024, a significant ceremony was held to inaugurate the Investigative Interview Skills Course which six officers will undergo. Led by Inspector Maseiga Lauina, the event...
Read MoreSamoa Police Intervene as Schools Address Student Brawl
In response to a recent altercation between students from Don Bosco Technical College in Alafua and the School of Maritime Training in Mulinu’u, Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS)...
Read MoreCommunity Engagement Unit (CEU) at the Ministry Women, Community & Social Development (MWCSD).
Earlier today Monday, 4th March 2024, Inspector Tologata Misieleota Tamaleaoa, of the Community Engagement Unit, delivered a compelling presentation on law enforcement and preparedness for the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of...
Read MoreSĀILIA O FUALAAU FA’ASĀINA
E tolu ni galuega sa fa’atino e le Matagaluega o Leoleo, Falepuipui ma le Toefuataina i mataupu o fualaau fa’asaina: O le aso Lulu 28 Fepuari 2024, sa fa’atino ai...
Read MoreSamoa Police Official Heads to Fiji to Address Regional Summit on Gender-Based Violence
Assistant Commissioner (AC) Papalii Efo Peika Moalele of the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) is set to depart for Fiji today to represent Samoa at the Pacific Island...
Read MoreSPPCS Defensive Driving Training (DDT) concluded with a closing ceremony
The Second session of the Defensive Driving Training (DDT) program concluded today, March 1st, 2024. Eight officers have successfully completed the course. Corporal Palepa Ioane, serving as the DDT instructor,...
Read MoreSPPCS First Aid Training Concluded
The Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) recently completed another round of First Aid training sessions tailored for its members. The training initiative aimed to refresh and update the...
Read MoreSPPCS: Nevada National Guard Concludes Successful Two-Week Engagement
On Wednesday, 28th of February 2024, the Nevada National Guard was pleased to announce the successful conclusion of its recent two-week engagement, characterized by comprehensive briefings to leaders on the...
Read MoreSPPCS Samoa Police and College Principals Collaborate to Address Student Brawl.
In an effort to address a recent altercation between students that garnered widespread attention on social media, Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services, in collaboration with the Community Engagement Unit,...
Read MoreSPPCS The University of the South Pacific – Samoa Campus, Apia Open Day
Earlier today Friday, February 23rd, 2024, a significant collaboration unfolded at the University of the South Pacific’s Alafua Campus, as the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services’ Royal Band and...
Read MoreSPPCS Ceremony Marks Conclusion of Core Training for Pacific Police.
Earlier today, Thursday 22nd February 2024, a significant ceremony took place to mark the official conclusion of the Core Training of Pacific Police course. The event commenced with a solemn...
Read MoreSPPCS First Aid Training conclude.
After a dedicated week-long session, the first aid training program organized by the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services has reached its conclusion. This initiative saw the participation of twelve...
Read MoreSPPCS State Partnership Program exchange program commences between the State of Nevada and the Government of Samoa.
The U.S. Embassy in Samoa has announced the inauguration of a significant endeavor aimed at fortifying disaster preparedness and response capabilities within the region. Commencing on Monday, February 19th, 2024,...
Read MoreSPPCS – Thank you for your service Senior Sergeant Tanuvasa Muao Seiuli
In accordance with a dedicated service spanning thirty-six (36) years, Senior Sergeant Tanuvasa Muao Seiuli has officially retired from the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS). Beginning his tenure...
Read MoreSamoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services kick-started the First Close Personal Protections Foundations course of 2024 with twenty-one (21) Police officers.
Early this morning, Monday, 19th February, 2024, Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services officially opened its Close Personal Protections (CPP) foundations course of 2024 at the Maritime Unit at Matautu-Tai...
Read MoreSPPCS First Aid Training
The primary responsibility of every police officer is to uphold the sanctity of life. Officers consistently engage in safeguarding individuals and addressing situations that pose risks to life on a...
Read MoreSPPCS Defensive Driving Training
Today, Monday, February 19th, 2024, the second iteration of the Defensive Driving Training program commenced. Over the course of two weeks, ten officers will receive instruction from SPPCS-certified driving instructors....
Read MoreSPPCS BOMB Search Training officially closed.
Earlier today, on Friday, February 16th, 2024, a formal ceremony was convened at the Training Unit premises located in Matautu to mark the conclusion of the Bomb Search training program...
Read MoreACEO ICT Laulualetaulauniu Angelo Chan Mow was nominated by the US Embassy Apia, Samoa to participate in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) under the Cybersecurity cohort which is the U.S. Department of State’s premier professional exchange program.
Through short-term (3-week) visits to the United States, current and emerging foreign leaders in various fields experience the country firsthand and cultivate lasting relationships with their American counterparts. Professional meetings...
Read MoreClose Personal Protection (CPP) Instructors have returned home from Tonga.
The Close Personal Protection training, led by four seasoned instructors from the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services team—Senior Sergeant Junior Afereti, Corporal Fereti Sefo, Corporal Tyrone Mamaia, and Senior...
Read MoreSamoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services officially welcomed the new recruits with an Ava ceremony.
Today, on February 9th, 2024, an Ava ceremony took place at the Training Unit premises in Matautu, marking the official induction of 40 new recruits for this year. Among them,...
Read MoreSPPCS Community Engagement Unit at the MESC Teachers Conference 2024.
The Samoa Police, Prisons, and Corrections Services (SPPCS) Community Engagement Unit (CEU) made a powerful impact at the Museum of Samoa (Falemata’aga) auditorium during the Ministry of Education, Sports, and...
Read MoreSPPCS Community Engagement Unit and Royal Band Unit at the National University Of Samoa Orientation 2024
Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (‘SPPCS’) Community Engagement Unit and Police Band were part of the first day of the National University of Samoa orientation. Community Engagement Unit conducted...
Read MoreSamoa Police Instructors delivering Close Protection Course in Tonga.
In advance of CHOGM 2024, Tongan Police Officers will participate in a Close Protection course led by four Samoan Police Instructors. The course is scheduled to begin at Nukualofa on...
Read MoreSPPCS Handover Ceremony of the Guardian Class Patrol Boat Nafanua III
A celebration was held at the Maritime Wing this afternoon by the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services to mark the Guardian Class Patrol Boat Nafanua III’s handover. The Honorable...
Read MoreSPPCS Remote Pilot Training Officially Open
Early this morning, Monday 22nd January 2024, Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (‘SPPCS’) held a ceremony to officially open the Remote Pilot Training at the Training Unit at Matautu-tai....
Read MoreWelcome Home Guardian Class Patrol Boat Nafanua III Crew.
Twenty-two (22) crew members and the Guardian Class Patrol Boat Nafanua III arrived this morning at Matautu. They were welcomed by Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services as well as...
Read MoreSPPCS, SFESA and OEC evening church service of 2024
On January 17, 2024, the Samoa Police, Prisons, and Corrections Services (SPPCS) joined forces with Samoa Fire and Emergency Services Authorities (SFESA) and the Office of the Electoral Commission (OEC)...
Read MoreDistrict Operation Portfolio
The fourth and final portfolio meeting for the District Operations Portfolio took place in Savai’i, bringing together all the District’s sections OICs and executives to discuss matters pertaining to the...
Read MoreClosing of the 3rd Closing Personal Protection Course.
On the 15th December 2023 the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services conducted a closing ceremony for the 3rd Close Personal Protection Course held in Samoa. These training is all...
Read MoreThe Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) continued their annual visitation to the Mapuifagalele Elderly Home.
On the 14th of December 2023 Commissioner Auapaau Logoitino Filipo, Deputy Commissioners, members of the Executive and the Police choir visited the Mapufagalele Elderly Home at Vailele. This is an...
Read MoreVaeluaga o Matagi handover to the Savai’i Outposts, courtesy of the Australian Defence Force
As the District gears up for their final portfolio meeting for 2023, Commissioner Auapa’au Logoitino Filipo presented and handed over a vessel to the Savai’i Outposts this morning. This vessel...
Read MoreClose Personnel Protection Course.
The Close Personnel Protection Course (CPP) was officially opened earlier today, welcoming two additional Tongan officers as participants. The Acting Commissioner, Leiataua Samuelu Afamasaga, officially commenced the training, reminding the...
Read MoreIn Spirit of Faith and Thanksgiving
the SPPCS and the Build the Bridge Fellowship team over the past week received new English Bibles, gifted by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) through Detective Superintendent Daniel Evans. This...
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