The Criminal Investigation Unit of the Bermuda Police Service has made a “meaningful donation” of essential school supplies to the Department of Child and Family Services.

The unit partnered with the DCFS for a back-to-school charity drive, which benefited primary and middle school students.

The police said the donation ensured the students started the academic year “confident and prepared”.

Sherrie Walker, the DCFS co-ordinator, said: “The DCFS Family Services Family Preservation Team appreciates your generosity in donating back-to-school supply boxes.

“It was apparent that great thought went into selecting items for children of different ages.

“Thank you for your meaningful contribution and continued support.”

Acting Detective Sergeant Nidra McKenzie-Simons said the gesture strengthened the relationship between the BPS and the communities “we not only serve, but also live in”.

She added: “The Bermuda Police Service sees this relationship as invaluable and constantly seeks to bolster it.

“Having said that, we hope this contribution helps to ease some of the financial burden on parents and promotes the development of Bermuda’s future leaders.”