RSS Deputy Executive Director Receives NOBLE International Presidential Award
Deputy Executive Director of the Regional Security System (RSS), Atlee Rodney, has been honoured with the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) International Presidential Award.
Mr.
Rodney received the prestigious award from NOBLE President, retired Police
Chief Renee Hall, during the 2026 NOBLE International Training Summit held in
Saint Thomas on June 5.
In
presenting the award, Ms. Hall highlighted Mr. Rodney’s significant
contributions to law enforcement throughout the Caribbean. These included his
service as Commissioner of Police of the Royal Police Force of Antigua and
Barbuda, President of the Caribbean Association of Commissioners of Police, and
Regional Director on the Board of the International Association of Chiefs of
Police.
Emphasising
the importance of international cooperation and recognising the contributions
of law enforcement professionals beyond the United States, Ms. Hall noted that
NOBLE International, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, was
proud to honour Mr. Rodney as an exceptional member of the organisation. She
described him as a distinguished law enforcement executive whose legacy of
leadership, mentorship, service, and regional cooperation has had a lasting and
meaningful impact on public safety professionals and communities throughout the
Caribbean and beyond.
Chairperson
for NOBLE International Affairs, Trebor Randle, also commended Mr. Rodney,
stating that the award recognised his extraordinary leadership and unwavering
commitment to law enforcement across the Caribbean over more than four decades
of exemplary service.
In
accepting the award, Mr. Rodney said he was deeply humbled by the recognition
and expressed sincere appreciation to NOBLE for the honour. He also thanked the
many individuals and organisations that contributed to his professional
development, including his family, mentors, colleagues, and the institutions
that supported him throughout his career in law enforcement. Mr. Rodney further
reaffirmed his commitment to continuing to contribute to the safety and
security of the Caribbean region.
Meanwhile,
Executive Director of the RSS, Errington Shurland, extended heartfelt
congratulations to Mr. Rodney, noting that the recognition reflects Mr.
Rodney’s outstanding service, leadership, and dedication to advancing public
safety and regional security throughout his distinguished career. He described
the award as a proud moment for both the RSS and the wider Caribbean law
enforcement community.

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