Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services Acknowledge Australian Federal Police Members
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Thursday, 22nd August 2024 – Earlier today, the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) presented tokens of appreciation to two members from the Australian Federal Police (AFP), Mr. David...
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SPPCS Leads Parade for MBOPA 100-Year Anniversary
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Apia, Samoa – July 30, 2024 – Earlier today, the Marist Brothers Old Pupils’ Associates (MBOPA) marked a momentous milestone, celebrating their 100-year anniversary. The Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections...
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Successful Graduation Ceremony Marks Milestone for Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services
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Apia Samoa, Monday 29th July 2024 – This morning, an official ceremony was held at the Interim Training Facility at Matautu to honor the graduates of the Samoa Police, Prisons...
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Another lot of Auxiliary Members Begin Training for CHOGM Support
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Apia, Samoa – On Friday, July 26, 2024, a new group of Auxiliary members commenced their training program aimed at equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to support...
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Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services Honors Late Detective Sergeant Peniamina Perite in Special Ceremony
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Samoa, Thursday 25th July 2024 – Earlier today, the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) gathered at the EFKS Hall in Sogi for a poignant ceremony led by Reverend...
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Samoa Fire and Emergency Services Authority Honors Detective Sergeant Peniamina Perite
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Today, Thursday, July 25, 2024, Chief Tanuvasa Oloapu Petone Mauga of the Samoa Fire & Emergency Services Authority (SFESA) and Deputy Commissioner Edward Lacko from Fire Rescue Victoria paid a...
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Third Batch of Auxiliary Members Begin Training at SPPCS
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Apia, Samoa – On 19th July 2024, the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) welcomed the third batch of Auxiliary members who began their training to support the SPPCS...
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SAMOA POLICE Conduct Successful Raids
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In a coordinated operation, the Samoa Police, Prisons, and Corrections Services (SPPCS) conducted successful raids at multiple locations, leading to significant arrests and seizures. The raids took place in two...
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Second Cohort of Auxiliary Members Begin Training for CHOGM Support
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Earlier today, Wednesday, 17th July 2024, the second cohort of auxiliary members commenced their training to assist the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) during the upcoming Commonwealth Heads...
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Samoa Police Officers Participate in LECP Training in Brisbane
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Detective Inspector Junior Va’alotu Fruean and Senior Education Officer Aviata Li’o Foleni of the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) recently attended a week-long training course in Brisbane, Australia,...
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SPPCS Officers Attend Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
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On Friday, 12 July 2024, selected officers from the Samoa Police, Prisons and Corrections Services (SPPCS) participated in a Sexual Harassment and Prevention Training. Conducted by the Australia Pacific Training...
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SPPCS Conducts CHOGM Preparation Sessions Across Divisions
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Apia, Samoa – From 8-12 July 2024, the Samoa Police Prisons and Corrections Services (SPPCS) CHOGM Planning Team conducted comprehensive one-on-one sessions with each division of the SPPCS. These sessions...
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SPPCS Launches Key Training Programs in Preparation for CHOGM 2024
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Monday, 15th July 2024 – Today, the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) commenced three critical training programs aimed at enhancing the capabilities of its officers and auxiliary members...
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SPPCS – Criminal Investigation Division (CID) Officers Lend a Helping Hand at Campus of Hope
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Yesterday, 13th July 2024, officers from the Criminal Investigation Division (CID) of the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) demonstrated their commitment to community service by extending a helping...
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Samoa Police Prisons and Corrections Services Maritime Unit Completes Training by NZ Navy
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On July 12, 2024, the Samoa Police Prisons and Corrections Services (SPPCS) Maritime Unit successfully concluded an intensive training program conducted by the New Zealand Navy. The training included critical...
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Samoa Police Officers Complete Close Personal Protection Training
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Apia, Samoa – On Friday, 12th July 2024, seventeen officers from the Samoa Police, Prisons and Corrections Services (SPPCS) successfully concluded a two-week Close Personal Protection training. This specialized training...
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SPPCS Attend Disaster Management Seminar in China
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Corporal Sione Leleimalefaga of the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) attended a significant Disaster Management Seminar in Guangzhou, China, from June 13 to 26, 2024. The seminar, aimed...
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Samoa Police Maritime Unit Undergoes Specialized Training
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Today, Wednesday, 10th July 2024, the Samoa Police, Prisons and Corrections Services Maritime Unit is participating in specialized training led by the HMNZ Navy Sea Training Group. This official training,...
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Samoa Police Commissioner and Minister of Police Participate in Historic Voyage
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The Guardian Class Patrol Boat Nafanua III recently returned from an important mission to Tonga. Onboard were Samoa’s Police Commissioner Auapa’au Logoitino Filipo and the Minister of Police Faualo Harry...
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Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services Officers Complete Defensive Driving Training
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Apia, Samoa – July 5, 2024 – Today, nine dedicated members of the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services successfully completed a two-week intensive Defensive Driving Training program. This critical...
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Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) Defensive Driving Training Graduation Ceremony
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Apia, Samoa – July 26, 2024 – Today marked the conclusion of a rigorous two-week Defensive Driving Training program designed for Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) officers. The...
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SPPCS – Core Policing Skills Training Successfully Concludes
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Thursday, 27th June 2024 – Earlier today, the Core Policing Skills Training program concluded with an official closing ceremony, marking the end of a successful two-week course that commenced on...
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Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services Concludes C3 and ICCS Plus Training
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The Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) successfully concluded their intensive Command, Control, and Coordination (C3) and ICCS Plus training last Friday, 21st June 2024. The training, which commenced...
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ILLICIT DRUGS SEARCH AND SEIZURE – SAILIA O FUALAAU FA’ASAINA
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O le taeao analeila sa fa’atino ai se galuega a le Ofisa o Leoleo i Tuasivi i se aiga i Fatausi Safotulafai ma maua mai ai ni taga pepa iila...
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Samoa Police Advance Skills in International Crime Management and Close Personal Protection
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Inspector Opeta Completes International Crime Management Program in Indonesia Inspector Alataua Opeta of the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services has successfully completed the International Management of Serious Crime (IMOSC)...
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Samoa Police Royal Band Leads Parade Celebrating 160 Years of SMSM Sisters.
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Thursday, 7 June 2024 – The Samoa Police Royal Band took center stage, leading a vibrant marching parade to mark the 160th anniversary of the Missionary Sisters of the Society...
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Samoa Police, Prisons and Corrections Services Undergo Customer Service Training
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The Samoa Police, Prisons and Corrections Services (SPPCS) recently participated in a comprehensive customer service training session. The training, conducted by Leiataualesa Kevin Lucky and his team from EMD Samoa...
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Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services Achievements Update
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Defensive Driving Training Completed Officers of the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) have successfully completed their Defensive Driving Training, enabling them to operate SPPCS buses. This rigorous training...
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SPPCS Officers Play Crucial Role in Samoa Independence Day Celebrations
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Mulinu’u, 3rd June 2024 – In the early hours of this morning, the Samoan Government, distinguished guests, and citizens of Samoa gathered at Mulinu’u to commemorate the celebration of Samoa...
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HAPPY 62nd INDEPENDENCE DAY SAMOA
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On this auspicious day, the 1st of June 2024, we celebrate the 62nd year since Samoa proudly gained its independence. This milestone is a testament to our nation’s resilience, unity,...
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New Zealand Police Delegation Arrives in Samoa for CHOGM Security Preparations
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Apia, Samoa – A delegation from the New Zealand Police arrived in Samoa over the weekend to assist with security preparations for the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM)...
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Samoa Police Sergeant Trains at UN Program in Kiribati
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Sergeant Tuifao Luatua, a seasoned member of Samoa’s Police, Prisons, and Corrections Services, is currently lending his expertise as a tutor at the United Nations Police Training Architecture Program in...
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TAOFIA MAI MA MOLIAINA – LOCATED & CHARGED
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O le afiafi ananafi sa taofia ma moliaina ai le alii sa tau sailia nei. E le gata i lea sa fa’atino foi galuega o le tau sailia o lenei...
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Samoa Police Officer Represents Nation at Women, Peace, and Security Workshop in Nepal.
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Corporal Tugaga Stowers of the Samoa Police, Prisons, and Corrections Services is making waves internationally as she attends a prestigious Women, Peace, and Security Workshop in Nepal. Corporal Stowers, an...
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Samoa Police Completes Close Personal Protection Training Ahead of CHOGM
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In preparation for the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services recently concluded another successful Close Personal Protection (CPP) training session. The two-week...
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SPPCS at the United Nations Assessment for Mission Service (AMS) Preparation workshop held in Fiji
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Closing ceremonies for the United Nations Assessment for Mission Service (AMS) Preparation workshop held in Fiji were punctuated with expressions of gratitude towards the Australian Federal Police for their invaluable...
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Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services Receive Intensive Defensive Driving Training for CHOGM and Daily Operations
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Samoa’s law enforcement officers are undergoing two-week defensive driving courses in preparation for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) and to enhance their everyday operational readiness. The training equips...
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Pacific Transnational Crime Coordination Centre (PTCCC) Unveils Cutting-Edge Laboratory Facility in Samoa.
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Apia, Samoa – May 2, 2024 – Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Service (SPPCS) Commissioner Auapa’au Logoitino Filipo, alongside Australian Federal Police (AFP) Assistant Commissioner Nigel Ryan APM, proudly announced...
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Launch of Breath Analysis Calibration Capability at Scientific Research of Samoa (SROS)
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Apia, Samoa – May 1st, 2024 – Earlier today, a significant milestone in Samoa’s law enforcement and public health efforts was achieved with the official launch of the Breath Analysis...
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Celebrated Leader and Public Servant, Former Commissioner Saunoamalii Sonny Schuster, Honored by Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services
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In a solemn declaration, the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services expresses its profound grief and utmost reverence upon the passing of an esteemed figure and dedicated public servant, Saunoamalii...
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