Private Sector boosts GPF with 13 motorcycles for mobile patrol
The Private Sector in Guyana has joined forces with the Guyana Police Force (GPF) to reinforce the GPF’s commitment to combatting crime.
At a simple ceremony on Wednesday, the Police Force received a donation of 13 motorcycles from various Private Sector entities across the country, among which were Innovations America, J’s Supermarket, Two Brothers Service Station/ Shioil, Jaigobin Hotel, and R. Kissoon Contracting Service.
The motorcycles that were gifted to the GPF by the Private Sector (GPF photo)
Deputy Commissioner ‘Administration,’ Calvin Brutus, in accepting the motorcycles on behalf of the GPF, expressed gratitude for the much-needed boost to the Force’s anti-crime capabilities, and emphasised the significance of the donation in enhancing the Force’s ability to maintain safety in challenging-to-reach communities.
He also highlighted the crucial role the donation would play in complementing the Force’s four-wheel vehicles, especially in areas where accessibility is a concern. “…they (partners in the Private Sector) share the same goal as we in making sure that communities that we live in are safe for everyone to transact their personal life… These cycles will go a long way in assisting us in being mobile…”, he is quoted as saying in a release from the GPF.
Deputy Commissioner ‘Operations,’ Ravindradat Budhram, during his address, assured that the motorcycles would undergo proper registration and regular maintenance by the Force.
According to the release, both Budhram and Brutus extended their heartfelt thanks to the business owners and representatives for their timely and invaluable contribution, and affirmed that the motorcycles would play a pivotal role in fulfilling the Force’s mandate of Service and Protection.
Meanwhile, Lorenzo Alphonso, representing Innovations America, expressed that the intention behind the initiative is to support the Force in its crime-fighting endeavours, ultimately working towards making Guyana a safer country for all its citizens.
Alphonso has urged other businesses to follow suit and actively participate in creating a better and more secure environment for everyone.
Traffic Officer, Senior Superintendent Mahendra Singh; Officer in Charge of the Tactical Services Unit, Superintendent Brian Lowenfield; and Chairman of the Police Association, Inspector Sohan Ramdat; along with other ranks, were present at the handing over.
