Police conduct outreach at Potaro Mouth Backdam

…to provide increased patrols, community engagement

Commander of Regional Police Division Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) Senior Superintendent Ravindra Stanley, on Sunday led an outreach exercise at Potaro Mouth Backdam, Potaro River, in Region Eight.

During the engagement, residents were urged to promptly report crimes and suspicious activities to ensure timely police response. The Commander also stressed the importance of addressing domestic violence cases without delay, encouraging victims to come forward. Citizens were assured that all information shared with the police would be treated with confidentiality. Advice was also given on responsible alcohol consumption, with warnings about the risks of disorderly behaviour linked to excessive drinking.
Superintendent Stanley committed to more frequent patrols and outreach exercises in the area, noting that stronger police-civilian partnerships are essential to reducing crime. The team further highlighted the importance of river safety, urging boat operators and passengers to wear life jackets when traveling along the Potaro River. To improve communication, residents were provided with contact numbers for heads of department within the Police Division. At the conclusion of the visit, residents expressed appreciation for the outreach and welcomed the assurance of continued police presence and follow-up engagements.
The commander was accompanied by Sergeant Sinclar, Sergeant Nandram, and Corporal Archer. The team met with shop owners, gold miners, and other residents of the backdam to discuss safety, crime prevention, and community-police relations.