By Sue-Ann Wayow
ANOTHER police officer has died as a result of Covid-19.
Acting Sergeant Tony Rampaul is the 12th police officer to die from the virus, the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) stated in a press release on Thursday.
Commissioner of Police Gary Griffith and the TTPS extended condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. At the time of his death, Rampaul was on pre–retirement leave.
Rampaul who lived at Pasea Road, Tunapuna, was considered a stalwart in the community and leaves to mourn, his wife, son and daughter.
He passed away on Wednesday at the Couva Medical and Multi Training Facility.
He was last attached at the TTPS Traffic and Highway Patrol Branch, Aranguez Unit and served at the Cumuto Highway Patrol Division and at the Port of Spain Division.
Rampaul joined the TTPS on May 1, 1992.
The TTPS stated, “He remained a dedicated and committed officer for 29 years. His seniors described him as an advisor who provided advice to his younger charges. He was always coaching and giving guidance on the job. Sgt Rampaul will be remembered for his initiative to do more than was required on the job, always going the extra mile.”
