For a few days policemen-cyclists patrol the streets of Rethymno city in Greek island of Crete. They speak foreign languages, serve visitors, and also intervene in mild cases of delinquency. It is mild, visible policing that contributes to the tourist development of the area, as the police director of Rethymno, Antonis Routzakis, stressed at a press conference.
Their bikes have a lisence plate, their equipment is comfortable and permits movement flexibility for working policemen who have been pedalling along for the last few days.
The first patrols of police cyclists have left the best impressions. In Rethymnon their working period is set from April 1 to October 31.
This institution is part of the network of clear policing actions, targeting and contributing to the faster and more direct service of citizens and tourists, as well as to boosting the sense of security of the local communities.
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