AMMAN — His Majesty
King Abdullah, the
Supreme Commander of the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army, on Sunday commended the
efforts of the
Public Security Directorate’s (PSD) Forensic Laboratories
Department, stressing its important role in serving citizens, according to a
Royal Court statement.
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During a
visit to the department, King Abdullah, accompanied by PSD Director Maj. Gen.
Hussein Hawatmeh, expressed pride in the high professionalism of its personnel,
whose efforts contribute to safeguarding society’s security.
His Majesty
highlighted the need to utilize the latest technologies in detecting crimes and
serving justice, calling for keeping up with international experiences to
enhance performance.
The King was
briefed on the latest and most advanced technologies in the department, which
is one of the leading departments of its kind in the region, and is key in
maintaining criminal justice.
The
department is equipped with the latest technology and equipment to analyze
biological and chemical evidence, in addition to a section for the professional
training of K9 dogs.
Last year,
the PSD formed the first female crime scene investigation team, due to the
sensitive nature of some cases related to families and juveniles.
His Majesty
toured a number of labs, including the ballistics, chemistry, and fingerprints
labs. These labs, which have recently entered service, have helped increase
crime detection rates.
For his part,
Maj.Gen. Hawatmeh said the PSD is keen on providing the Forensic Laboratories
Department with the latest equipment and facilities, while enhancing the
capacities and professionalism of the department’s personnel, in order to
provide quality service to the public.
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