Umkomaas Saps bids farewell to career policeman
He served in the community service centre, crime prevention and social crime prevention units with decorum and diligence.
Detective Warrant Officer Colin Pillay will be bidding Umkomaas Saps farewell after over three decades of service.
Pillay’s career is defined by a 34-year legacy of public service, transitioning from naval operations to a long standing role within the South African National Defence Force with SAS Jalsena, a naval training unit.
He initially served as a sailor at SAS Jalsena on Salisbury Island, Durban in his white uniform. He was shaped by values of responsibility, perseverance and respect for all. This unit provided rigorous basic training.
After his time in the navy, his love for the safety and security of his country made him join the dignified blue. A significant portion of his police career was spent in the detectives unit, where he investigated numerous cases over several years.
He served in the community service centre, crime prevention and social crime prevention units with decorum and diligence. Pillay held the rank of Warrant Officer for 29 years, a non-commissioned officer position in the Saps.
“Transitioning from the sea to the violent streets of crime, when Pillay joined Saps in 1991, he showed dedication for over three decades,” said Captain Ranjith Rampersad, spokesperson of Umkomaas Saps.
“He spent numerous years within the detective environment investigating heinous crimes, handling complex cases with ease. Demonstrating remarkable consistent leadership, he held the rank with integrity and always abided by the code of conduct. He led his fellow detectives on the path of investigating to arrest.”
He exits Saps with a medal for 10 years faithful service, 10 year commemoration medal, 20 years loyal service, Soccer World Cup 2010 support medal, centenary medal, 30 year loyal service medal and attended numerous investigative courses. He further excels in sports and is an expert when it comes to labour matters, and has a flare for school governance.
Outside his professional duties, Pillay is a devoted family man and also a leader at church, always preaching the word of the Lord, promoting moral regeneration at all quarters of the narrative.
“I am firstly thankful to the Lord, I am thankful to the Saps for affording me an opportunity to protect and serve all South Africans within my constitutional mandate,” he said.
“During my tenure, I went beyond the call of duty to excel. I have been part of the best performing station in the country. To all my colleagues, I say work within the ambits of the law and always abide by the code of conduct of the Saps.”
“I am grateful to my family, colleagues and the community who have supported me during my tenure. I believe in meaningful progress achieved through shared effort, integrity and compassion for others.”
Umkomaas Saps members thank Pillay for his service and wish him well.
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