Remain vigilant, uphold professionalism – Top Cop to ranks
…commends officers for successful Christmas policing in Georgetown
Police Commissioner Clifton Hicken on Thursday met with officers and ranks at the Officers’ Training Centre, Eve Leary, Georgetown, to commend their efforts following the conclusion of their Christmas policing duties.
Police Commissioner Clifton Hicken speaking with ranks on Thursday at the Officers’ Training Centre, Eve Leary, Georgetown
The Christmas policing plan, which began on November 14, 2024, officially ended Wednesday, January 15, 2025. The initiative involved ranks from various departments at Force Headquarters, bolstered by new recruits, to support ranks from Regional Division 4 (A) during the busy holiday season.
The Guyana Police Force (GPF), in a social media post on Thursday, said that key measures implemented to ensure public safety included increased foot patrols, motorcycle and bicycle patrols, drone surveillance, and traffic management and enforcement. Additionally, Police booths were established at strategic locations to address safety concerns and assist with traffic congestion in critical areas.
During the meeting, Commissioner Hicken praised the officers for their exemplary performance, highlighting that the robust police presence effectively curbed crime during the holiday period.
Acknowledging the significance of 2025 as an election year, the Commissioner urged ranks to remain vigilant and uphold professionalism in their interactions with the public. He emphasised the importance of community-oriented policing, stating that building relationships with citizens is just as vital as enforcing the law.
Looking ahead, Commissioner Hicken noted that some of the recently-recruited officers would soon participate in a passing-out parade. These recruits have received extensive training and will be awarded locally and internationally accredited certificates from the Police Force Academy.
Among those attending the meeting were Superintendent Angela Fraser; Second in Charge of Police Administration; Superintendent Sonia Herbert, Director of the Police Force Academy; Assistant Superintendent Kevin Lall; and other senior officers and ranks.
