WHILE former Commissioner of Police (CoP) Erla Harewood-Christopher was praised by former colleagues for her character, questions were raised about the strength of her leadership during her time at the helm of the police service.

Over her tenure, the country recorded its highest-ever murder tolls and low detection rates.

Her time in office was also marked by controversy, ultimately culminating in her being placed on leave. She was appointed Trinidad and Tobago's first female commissioner on February 3, 2023.