The crime situation is seemingly out of control according to some citizens, and the Stabroek Market area is considered a hot crime area.
The Guyana Police Force will now collaborate with ranks from the Georgetown City Constabulary to restore some order.
This is according to the Guyana Police Force after an agreement between Deputy Commissioner Operations (ag) Clifton Hicken; Traffic Officer Superintendent Ramesh Ashram; and President of the Minibus Association Mr. Eon Andrews. Several minibusses and hire car owners and drivers were also involved.
According to the force in a statement, prior to the agreement concerns were raised about the code of conduct of these individuals, especially when interacting with passengers and more importantly when interacting with the Police.
In order to facilitate a deeper look on the ground, Deputy Superintendent Williams, along with Inspectors Boyce and Mansell, led a party of police ranks around the Stabroek Market area where several errant vehicle operators were found to be breaching traffic offenses.
They were all escorted to the Brickdam Police Station where they are likely to be charged.
After the inspection, Inspector Boyce reminded the public that such exercises will be seen more in the future, as a means of upholding the law.
Inspector Mansell, who is attached to the Georgetown City Constabulary, echoed the sentiments of Inspector Boyce and used the opportunity to appeal to drivers and conductors to ensure that every passenger that enters their vehicle wears a face mask correctly.
Sergeant Ramdass who is stationed at the Traffic Headquarters, Eve Leary, also advised the drivers to desist from encouraging the touts.
Just yesterday, the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry lashed out at the Guyana Police for its handling of the crime situation in Guyana.
The Chambers insisted that the Force take steps to mitigate the escalation of crimes around Guyana since the business community is the one who continues to face the brunt of it.
This statement came after the Force insisted that serious crimes, which include murder and robbery under arms, remain on a low as compared to last year.
