Police directors ceased to be the voice of the institution

The role of the Dominican Republic's National Police directors as the primary public spokespeople for the institution has undergone a significant shift. Historically, these directors were the central figures responsible for addressing the media regarding police operations, homicides, internal decisions, and the conduct of their agents.

This established dynamic has changed during the current presidential administration. The transition marks a departure from the long-standing practice where the head of the police served as the direct voice of the institution to the public.