– says support from community played an integral part
Senior Superintendent Himnauth Sawh, who serves as Commander of Region One (Barima-Waini), has provided a comprehensive overview of the Guyana Police Force’s initiatives and accomplishments in that region. His subordinate ranks have also contributed to this overview.
In a broadcast on social media, Commander Sawh highlighted that emphasis will be placed on six fundamental pillars that highlight the GPF’s commitment to enhancing safety and security in the community. These are: developing our people, infrastructure, partnership, operations, performance, and professionalism and accountability.
Senior Superintendent Himnauth Sawh
Sawh revealed that Region One had seen an 8.2 per cent reduction in serious crimes, with only 45 such incidents recorded in 2023, compared to 49 during the same period in 2022.
He said traffic incidents in the Division have seen a decline in 2023, with only six such incidents recorded and four accidents from January 1 to October 15, representing a staggering 283 per cent reduction in the figures of the previous year.
Acknowledging the public’s collaboration with the Police, Sawh expressed gratitude for the support that solidified the partnership’s pillars. He added that the GPF’s achievements were possible only because members of the communities had assisted the Police.
Deputy Commander of Region One, Deputy Superintendent James Tappin, has addressed critical issues affecting the region, particularly domestic violence stemming from alcohol, drug and substance abuse. He assured listeners that the Police Force is actively working with key stakeholders to combat illegal alcohol sales and narcotics trafficking, and emphasised the GPF’s commitment to creating a safer environment.
Ranks of Region One during the interview
Inspector Benette Felix outlined the various strategies employed to reduce crime and promote safer communities. Those strategies included rigorous enforcement activities such as roadblocks, raids, stop-and-search exercises, and diverse patrols, all driven by intelligence gathered from meticulous analysis.
He also announced introduction of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) programme in schools, aiming to educate youths and society about the adverse effects of drug use.
Sergeant Dwayne Ross stressed the significance of traffic enforcement, which played a pivotal role in reducing accidents and incidents across the region. He highlighted the GPF’s active involvement in educational outreaches focusing on schools, drivers, businesses, and other entities to advocate for better road safety practices.
Commander Sawh has acknowledged the invaluable support the division has received from the Guyana Police Force, which provided essential resources such as personnel, motor vehicles, and ATV cycles. Those resources, he said, significantly boosted the Force’s response capabilities and enabled the Police to conduct extensive outreach programmes in various communities.
He has appealed to members of the public to continue supporting Police activities in the ongoing fight against crime and criminality.
