Outstanding cops promoted, rewarded

…as part of Police Force’s 179th anniversary celebrations

Over $19 million in cash and prizes were given out to ranks for their outstanding performances over the past year, as the Guyana Police Force hosted its annual anniversary awards on Wednesday.
The 179th Anniversary Awards Ceremony was held at the Tactical Services Unit (TSU) Drill Square, Eve Leary, where acting Police Commissioner David Ramnarine commended ranks at all levels within the Force who continue to perform despite challenges.
“We have made great strides forward, notwithstanding, that in our forward thrusts, we stumbled and fell on a few occasions, but we got up and forged ahead, cognisant of our oath of office and commitment to duty, to service the people of our country,” he posited.
Ramnarine went on to say that the Force and its leadership remained firm and committed to continue serving the people of Guyana. In fact, he noted that even the absence of the Police Service Commission (PSC) and the exodus of dozens of very senior and junior officers have not prevented the Force from staying firmly and resolutely on course.
“Let us continue faithfully. The future is promising. Let’s give of our best, let’s remain unmoved and not be distracted by adverse criticisms. Let us strive to conduct ourselves beyond reproach. I commend all of you… who will receive some form of award, and urge that others be patient. Your time is sometime around the corner,” the acting Top Cop asserted.
Among those ranks awarded for their outstanding work and bravery was the group of officers who had confronted and arrested three bandits, who were in the process of robbing a supermarket at Grove, East Bank Demerara (EBD) last month after tying up a security guard.
Additionally, the group of officers who investigated and brought to justice the perpetrators of the horrific piracy attacks off the coast of Suriname were also rewarded for their diligent work.
Meanwhile, 22 Community Policing Groups (CPGs) across the country were recognised for their work, while 24 CPG ranks received a total of $240, 000 in monetary rewards for their volunteer work.
Meanwhile, there was an on-the-spot announcement of promotions for five ranks made by Commissioner Ramnarine during the awards ceremony. Two Women Lance Corporals were elevated to the rank of Corporal, and a Woman Constable to Lance Corporal. In the special constabulary category, a Woman Special Corporal was promoted to Special Sergeant, while a special constable was elevated to Special Lance Corporal.