Police investigating sexual assault of 5-year-old in Reg 9

– CPA providing psychosocial support, trauma-focused counselling to victim

The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, along with other stakeholders, has launched an investigation into the rape of a five-year-old child in Region Nine.
The Ministry stated that upon receipt of the sexual assault report on October 9, 2025, the Childcare and Protection Agency (CPA) immediately intervened and has been providing continuous support, including psychosocial support and trauma-focused counselling, to the child and family.
The child has since spoken with officials at the Child Advocacy Centre on Monday in accordance with all established Child Protection Protocols. The case now remains under active investigation by the police.
However, the Ministry said it has taken note of information circulating on social media regarding the incident and strongly condemns the sharing of such sensitive information. The Ministry reminded the public that doing so is irresponsible and unethical and causes further harm and distress to the child. “Children who are victims of abuse must be protected, not exposed,” the Ministry stated.
Furthermore, the missive stated that sharing or reposting sensitive information involving children, especially victims of sexual assault, is a serious violation and can significantly impact the victim’s recovery.
“Section 10(2) of the Childcare and Protection Agency Act (Cap. 46:07) expressly prohibits the publication of any information related to a child involved in legal proceedings if such publication could lead to the identification of that child. This includes details such as the child’s name, age, address, school, or any other particulars that may reveal their identity.”
Meanwhile, the Ministry stated that it remains steadfast in its commitment to protecting every child in Guyana and will continue to take swift action in all matters of child abuse and exploitation.