Sri Lanka, Oct. 18 -- Marking a significant milestone in the history of the Sri Lanka Police, the first contingent of 45 members of the Police Special Task Force (STF) departed for Haiti on the 16th to serve with the United Nations Gang Suppression Force (GSF), according to the STF.

The contingent comprises seven officers of Inspector rank and 38 personnel from other ranks. They will perform duties under the United Nations peacekeeping mission operating in Haiti, the STF said.

The team departed Sri Lanka from Bandaranaike International Airport aboard an aircraft specially arranged by the United Nations.

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