Acting Commissioner Juki Fong Chew stated that the Fiji Police Force is not corrupt as an organization, attributing the negative perception to the actions of a few individuals. During the Division’s Medal award ceremony at the Fiji Police Academy, Chew urged officers to focus on improving public perception through their conduct and professionalism.
He emphasized the need for collective efforts to change how the public views the force. Although he has received commendations for their work, he noted that these praises are overshadowed by more damaging incidents when officers face legal charges. He expressed appreciation for the feedback, maintaining a positive outlook that police officers have the ability to improve.
Chew encouraged officers to embrace each day as a chance to perform better not just for themselves, but also for their families and the community they serve. He called for a commitment to excellence.
During the ceremony, Chew presented several awards, including the Fiji Police Medal, Fiji Police Long Service Medal, and Fiji Police Overseas Service Medals, to officers from various units including the Police Headquarters, Criminal Investigations Department, Special Branch, and others.