CJIA security staff, GPF recovers US$5,500 for passenger

The security team at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport, Timehri (CJIA) collaborated with the Guyana Police Force (GPF) to receive US$5,500 that was dropped by passenger, Unis Cato.
Cato reportedly arrived in Guyana on April 18, 2024, and soon after reported to airport authorities that the money was missing. As such, the CJIA security department promptly reviewed CCTV footage during which they observed another identified passenger picking up a package that had fallen from Cato’s luggage.
This information was shared with the GPF thus leading to the passenger in Berbice. Following thorough interrogation, the Police managed to recover the full sum of money, which was then returned to Cato.
The woman expressed her heartfelt appreciation to the CJIA security staff and the Guyana Police Force for their swift action. She also thanked the airport’s CEO, Ramesh Ghir and Commander Krishnadat Ramanarine for their involvement in resolving the matter.
Chairman of CJIAC Board, Sanjeev Datadin lauded the airport security team and the Guyana Police Force for their outstanding work while noting that so far for 2024, the CJIA security department was able to recover over 260 items for passengers, including 41 suitcases, 12 laptops, 10 mobile phones, as well as various pieces of Jewellery, duty-free items, and travel documents.
Meanwhile, passengers are encouraged to contact the CJIA Customer Service Department for any assistance needed.