Motorcycle enforcement campaign nets 19 violations in division 4 C

A motorcycle enforcement campaign conducted across several East Coast Demerara districts resulted in 19 traffic violations as Regional Division Four C intensified its road safety operations for 2025–2026 under the theme “Careful Driving Saves Lives”.

The exercise, carried out on Tuesday, was led by Assistant Superintendents S Gobin and I Grandison, along with Inspector T Payne and Sergeants Phillips, Robin, Kendall, Fraser, Hemerding, and Simon. Ranks were deployed across the areas covered by the Mahaica, Sparendaam, Beterverwagting, Vigilance and Non-Pareil Police Stations.
During the operation, officers found six motorcyclists riding without reflecting mirrors, while one rider was seen transporting a pillion rider without a safety helmet. Five others were caught riding without helmets of their own. Two motorcycles had obscured identification marks, and three riders were found in breach of their provisional licences. Additionally, two motorcycles were discovered without silencers. Altogether, the enforcement effort uncovered nineteen violations.
Division Four C noted that the campaign was not only about identifying infractions but also about engaging with riders to emphasise the importance of responsible riding, the proper use of safety gear, and adherence to the country’s traffic laws. The Division said it remains committed to strengthening road safety measures and reducing the number of accidents on the nation’s roadways through continuous enforcement and public education.
Earlier this year, the Guyana Police Force (GPF) launched a major motorcycle road safety campaign in response to a sharp rise in motorcyclist fatalities, which reached 30 by June 19, 2025 – a 50 per cent increase from the previous year, with most victims not wearing helmets.
Unveiled at the National Road Safety Stakeholders Forum, the campaign, titled “Ride Smart, Stay Alive: Your Life, Your Ride!”, aims to reduce deaths and injuries by promoting helmet use, responsible riding, and safer behaviour among riders, especially young and inexperienced motorcyclists.
Key efforts include hazard perception training, defensive riding education, impaired riding awareness, and helmet and protective gear demonstrations, along with initiatives addressing distracted riding and motorcycle maintenance.
The GPF will also increase enforcement of helmet laws and speeding violations while pushing for improved road infrastructure that prioritises motorcyclist safety. These initiatives will be widely promoted through PSAs, social media challenges, community outreach, and partnerships with medical professionals and local organisations.