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Deputy Commissioner Sonia Boyce to be appointed new Police Commissioner

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BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, Jun. 28, CMC – Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police Sonia Boyce has been appointed Commissioner of Police, effective July 3, 2026, succeeding Commissioner Richard Boyce, who is retiring after a distinguished career in law enforcement.
The appointment follows a selection process conducted by the Protective Services Commission, including candidate interviews and the submission of a recommendation to Prime Minister Mia Mottley for the constitutionally required consultation before receiving presidential approval.
In announcing the appointment, the government cited Boyce’s extensive experience, leadership, integrity, and exemplary record of service spanning four decades in policing and public service.
Boyce joined the then Royal Barbados Police Force on April 21, 1986, and has served in numerous operational, investigative, administrative, and human resource roles. She was appointed acting deputy commissioner in November 2025 and currently oversees administration and human resources.
Her career includes leading several major murder investigations that resulted in convictions, earning her a reputation for professionalism, investigative excellence, and commitment to the rule of law.
Boyce has completed extensive leadership and policing training in Barbados, Canada, Jamaica, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Most recently, she graduated with merit from the Executive Leadership Programme at the College of Policing in the United Kingdom. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science with Law from the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus.
Her contributions have been recognized with the Barbados Services Medal of Honour with First Clasp and the Barbados Humanitarian Award. She has also served in several regional and international policing and civic organizations.
The government thanked outgoing Commissioner Richard Boyce for his dedicated service and contribution to national security, noting that Sonia Boyce’s appointment will ensure continuity, professionalism, and strong leadership within the Barbados Police Service.

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