Police ranks in Regs 2, 10 recognised for hard work, service to nation

Some 200 ranks from Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) and Region 10 (Upper Demerara-Berbice) have been recognized for the contributions, services and performances they have rendered to the Guyana Police Force (GPF).
At the Division Two Luncheon and Awards Ceremony, held earlier in the week at the P. Jaigobin Conference Hall on the Essequibo Coast, those who were awarded included Lance Corporal Lionel Daniels, who received the Region’s ‘Best Cop’ award for 2024, and Corporal Brian McKoy, who received the runner-up ‘Best Cop’ award. They have each been presented with a trophy and cash incentive.
During this event, Region Two Vice Chairman Humace Oodit commended the ranks for their dedicated work and efforts at providing excellent service to the residents; and Divisional Commander Superintendent Shivbaran assured invitees and residents of the region that maximum effort would be made to ensure public safety during and after the holiday season.

Shivbaran also reaffirmed his commitment and that of his ranks to working with all stakeholders and institutions in the region to build and foster relationships that would aid in reducing crime and traffic accidents, and addressing social issues.
Guest speaker at this event, recently appointed Deputy Police Commissioner Wendell Blanhum, spoke of thepolicies and operational strategies of the GPF in all regions. These strategies, as outlined by Blanhum, include smart policing, training and developing human capacity and specialized skills, scholarships, regional and international training to enhance capabilities, use of command centres and technology to fight crime and control traffic, educating the general public, bridging gaps between stakeholders and communities, and ensuring professionalism and discipline among officers in all regions and departments.
At the Division #10 Luncheon and Awards Ceremony, held at the Watooka Guest House in Mackenzie, Linden, the highlight of those activities was the awards ceremony, wherein individuals were honoured for their outstanding work.
Inspector Barkoye has been named ‘Best Cop’ in recognition of his exemplary service and commitment to the Division, and to the GPF by extension. He received a trophy, a certificate, and $150,000 as a cash incentive.
And as she proceeds on retirement leave this month, Woman Sergeant Sharon Hatton has been celebrated for her extraordinary 35 years and four months of dedicated service to the GPF.
Region 10 Commander, Superintendent Guy Nurse, in reflecting on the Division’s notable achievements in 2024 and emphasising the critical role of collaboration between law enforcement and the community, has said, “I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to the Community Policing Groups and all our stakeholders. You have shown, time and time again, that policing is not just about law enforcement; it is a collective effort that involves every member of society.”
Deputy Police Commissioner (Administration) Ravindradat Budhram, commending the ranks for their hard work and dedication, has urged them to pursue continuous educational upgrade and self-improvement.
Demonstrating his support for the division, Budhram, on behalf of the Guyana Police Force, generously donated $400,000 to the policing division, and shared motivational anecdotes, including stories of legendary musician Bob Marley and India’s former President Abdul Kalam, by which he captivated his audience with messages of resilience and excellence.