– residents to work with police to mitigate issues

THE issues of cattle rustling and illegal animal slaughter have had a lasting impact on the residents and farmers of Cane Grove. The police have made significant strides in addressing these issues, as well as the various concerns affecting the East Coast Demerara community.

Assistant Commissioner Khali Pareshram led a police team to the area on Tuesday where they met and interacted with the residents as part of a proactive approach aimed at addressing the concerns raised.

Commander Pareshram ensured that the issues and concerns raised by the residents were thoroughly examined and appropriate measures were put in place to rectify these and/or mitigate potential risks.

Among the critical issues discussed were cattle rustling; illegal animal slaughter; the flow of information to the police; noise nuisance; the use of electric bikes and utilisation of huts in the backlands for checkpoints.

These concerns were raised by engaged community members who sought effective resolutions and improvements in overall safety and well-being.

Cattle rustling and the illegal slaughter of animals have been long-standing issues affecting the Cane Grove community. The police team explored strategies to enhance security measures and collaboration to combat this criminal activity effectively.

Commander Pareshram emphasised the importance of reporting such activities promptly, and protocols were established to streamline the communication process with relevant agencies.

Accompanying Commander Pareshram were Inspector J. Samuels, Corporal McKenzie, Regional Coordinator of NAREI Gavin Glenn, NAREI Officer Chandrakar, Farmers Group Chairman Suresh Ramsarran, and RDC Councillor N. Baldeo.