THE Guyana Police Force (GPF) Traffic Department has reported that a total of 2,733 traffic-related offences were recorded nationwide between September 21 and September 27, 2025, underscoring ongoing challenges with road safety compliance.

According to the department’s breakdown, the top categories of offences included: Speeding – 202 cases, Tinted motor vehicles – 210 cases, Seatbelt violations – 97 cases, driving under the influence – 24 cases, Failure to wear safety helmets – 271 cases, carrying pillion rider without helmet – 74 cases, Unlighted motor vehicles (front and rear) – 83 cases combined, and Breach of condition of prescribed fitness – 89 cases.
In total, 1,057 specific cases were directly recorded under these categories, while additional enforcement pushed the overall tally to 2,733 for the week.
The Traffic Department noted that helmet-related offences alone accounted for 345 cases, reflecting a persistent disregard for safety among motorcyclists and pillion riders.
ROAD SAFETY BEYOND ENFORCEMENT
In addition to enforcement efforts, the Traffic Department engaged in an extensive education and outreach campaign during the reporting period.
School-based lectures were held across 18 institutions in Regions One, Two, Three, Four, Six, and Nine, as well as in Georgetown. Among the schools visited were Ankerville Primary (Region Six), Wauna Secondary (Region One), La Retraite Primary (Region Three), Lima Sands Primary (Region Two), and Chase Academy in Georgetown.
Meanwhile, community lectures and sensitisation sessions targeted drivers, riders, bar patrons, and construction workers in key areas including Bartica, Alberttown, Ruimveldt, East La Penitence, and at the #56 Village bridge construction site.
The outreach extended further through flyer distribution and walkabouts, with activities along Sheriff Street, Croal Street, Providence Public Road, Heroes Highway, and in several hinterland and riverine communities such as Mahdia, Koberimo, St. Lawrence, Soesdyke, Rupunau, and River’s View.
The figures come as Guyana continues to battle high rates of road accidents, many of which are linked to reckless driving, excessive speeding, drunk driving, and non-compliance with safety measures such as helmet and seatbelt use.
Authorities have stressed that law enforcement alone cannot resolve the problem, emphasising the importance of sustained public education campaigns and partnerships with schools, communities, and civil society groups to change attitudes toward road safety.
The GPF Traffic Department has reaffirmed its commitment to combining robust enforcement with public sensitisation, aiming to reduce accidents, protect lives, and promote safer road use across the country.