The Bahamas: PM backs Shanta Knowles as first woman to lead RBPF

Prime Minister Phillip Davis is backing the appointment of Shanta Knowles as the first female Commissioner of Police in the Bahamas, saying she is a leader committed to guiding and reforming the Royal Bahamas Police Force so they can make urgently needed progress in public safety.

He added she is stepping up to lead at a time of great difficulty, and she has articulated a clear and strong vision for change.

Miss Knowles took over the position from Clayton Fernander last weekend, becoming the first woman to hold the position in the RBPF's 184-year history.