The Barbados Police Service has paid tribute to National Hero the Right Excellent Sir Garfield Sobers, hailing his life as a symbol of excellence, discipline and national pride while recalling its own role in nurturing his early cricketing journey.

The service joined the nation in mourning the passing of the cricketing icon, describing him as a sporting great whose legacy will continue to inspire generations of Barbadians.

Although he did not become a sworn officer, the teenage left-armer’s immense talent was spotted by Inspector Wilfred Farmer, who was the captain of the Police First Division team in the Barbados Cricket League.