Berbice Police sponsor young athlete for CUT Games in T&T

THE Guyana Police Force (GPF) is equally about helping persons fulfill their potential as it is about solving crimes, laying charges and prosecuting cases.And this was evident when Divisional Commander, Assistant Commissioner Brian Joseph; officer in charge of the number three sub-division of West Coast Berbice, Assistant Superintendent Joshua Harvey–John; and other senior ranks of the GPF left their respective offices to travel to Belladrum, West Coast Berbice to make a cash presentation to 13-year-old Perry Reid, an old student of Belladrum Secondary School, who has been selected to represent Guyana at the upcoming Caribbean Union of Teachers (CUT) athletics championship, which is slated to be held in Trinidad during the August vacation.

Reid is expected to participate in the Under-14 javelin event.

During the presentation, held at the school’s auditorium, Commander Joseph commended the teen on his selection to represent his country and county (Berbice).

“You are in a privileged position at an early age, and you should go forward and become a role model,” Commander Joseph asserted.

The Commander, who incidentally hails from the village of Belladrum, reminisced on his younger years when he was also an aspiring sportsman specializing in athletics and cricket.

“I know how difficult it is at times for young athletes to make it to the top. So it is our desire to always assist persons, especially youths, who are willing to make a positive contribution to society.

“The police have to be involved in almost every aspect of activity that takes place, and we are always willing to assist and work along with any organisation to help. That is why, when I was approached for assistance, I hadn’t much difficulty in giving my full support and that of the division,” Joseph stated.

Acting Head Mistress of the school, Ms Claudia Bobb-Blackman, expressed gratitude to the Commander and his ranks for their quick response to the request, and encouraged the other students to strive for excellence even as they try to emulate their school mate.

Reid expressed his appreciation and gratitude for the donation and assistance, and promised to make everyone proud of his performance.

(With Jeune Bailey Vankeric)