St. Thomas police testing out new cruiser paint design
![Battenburg St. Thomas The Battenburg design on St. Thomas cruisers. (Jim Knight / CTV London)](/content/dam/ctvnews/en/images/2021/6/4/battenburg-st--thomas-1-5456481-1627384141506.jpg)
St. Thomas police are going European.
On Friday the police force unveiled their pilot project paint design embracing the Battenburg scheme used in Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and China.
The Battenburg design typically has two rows of alternating rectangles along the sides of the vehicle.
The use of these colours in reflective material is said to enhance safety for police personnel and the community.
It is also said to give police a softer less intimidating look.
The new vs. old is seen in this picture comparing the new Battenburg design to the typical local design. (Jim Knight / CTV London)
If the pilot project is successful the hope is to convert the entire fleet.
“Police officers need to be leaders, on the street engaging with the public, in an approachable and friendly manner. So why not brighten up our presence even further but having a fleet of high visibility and easily recognizable patrol cruisers,” said Chief Chris Herridge in a statement.
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