GARDEN ROUTE NEWS - Under bright skies and a celebratory atmosphere, the Western Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General (Adv) Thembisile Patekile, led a prestigious medal parade at the Kwanonqaba sportsgrounds in Mossel Bay on Thursday 11 December.
The event recognised 135 dedicated members from the Garden Route and Central Karoo Districts who received 10, 20 and 30 year faithful service medals.
The ceremony was attended by deputy provincial commissioners, provincial heads, station commanders, local councillors, representatives from partner departments, police officials and proud family members of those honoured.
Patekile praised the men and women on parade who collectively represent more than 2 800 years of policing experience.
He thanked them for their unwavering service to the country.
He commended their commitment, especially in the ongoing fight against gender-based violence and femicide, which remains a challenge in the region.
Lieutenant General (Adv) Thembisile Patekile (right) pins a medal to one of the officers. 
District Police Commander Major General Phumzile Cetyana (right) pins a medal to one of the officers.
Patekile addressing the crowd. ‘We bring you the latest Garden Route, Hessequa, Karoo news’
