COMMISSIONER of Police Clifton Hicken, speaking on behalf of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) and members of the Disciplined Services, has reported that the Disciplined Services vote was conducted peacefully, orderly, and securely on Friday.

He also expressed gratitude to the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) for ensuring the smooth and efficient execution of the vote, despite reports of minor technical issues.

Led by the heads of the respective Disciplined Forces, members of the GPF, Guyana Defence Force (GDF) and Guyana Prison Service (GPS) cast their votes in a peaceful and orderly manner at the various designated and fully secured polling stations across the 10 administrative regions of Guyana.

For the GPF, 6,999 ranks were eligible to cast their votes; 3,106 for the GDF, and 466 for the GPS.  The Disciplined Services members were allowed to vote in the districts where they are assigned to work and not in the district where they are registered to vote, as clarified by GECOM.

Commissioner Hicken said that from all indications, the poll turnout was high and the voting process was smooth. He commended the exemplary conduct of Disciplined Services members across the country, as well as the professionalism demonstrated by the GECOM officials.

He also extended his appreciation to partner agencies and the observers for their collaboration during the electoral process.

The ‘Top Cop’ is urging GECOM to ensure the same smoothness and efficiency at the September 1st, 2025 General and Regional Elections.

He assured the public that the GPF and the other members of the Joint Services are ready and prepared to ensure that the upcoming elections are conducted in a safe, peaceful and secure environment where law and order  prevails.

He reaffirmed the GPF’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding public safety and supporting all democratic processes in the interest of national stability and public safety and security.