THE Guyana Police Force (GPF) received a significant boost to its transportation resources on Friday with the donation of a 15-seater Toyota bus from Car Clean Enterprise.
The handover ceremony took place at the GPF Headquarters, with CEO Gladford Thomas, a retired Senior Superintendent who served the GPF for 36 years, and his son Edgar Thomas presenting the vehicle.
The donation aims to enhance transportation for ranks within the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Crime Lab, allowing for more efficient operations in combatting crime, including trafficking in persons. During the ceremony, Deputy Commissioner (Operations) Errol Watts pledged that the GPF would ensure the bus is properly maintained and utilised for its intended purpose.
“This valuable asset will be used by the GPF for all required CID operations,” Watts stated. He highlighted the importance of adhering to the Police Standing Order – Chapter 61, which governs the proper usage and maintenance of the Police Force’s vehicle fleet. He emphasised that accurate recording of vehicle use by ranks is crucial for the longevity and efficiency of the fleet.
Senior Superintendent Himnauth Sawh, Head of the GPF’s Transport Workshop, expressed gratitude for the contribution, stating that it would greatly enhance mobility for officers.
“This resource will be invaluable in enhancing transportation for our ranks, particularly within the CID. It will greatly assist in our crime-fighting efforts,” Sawh remarked.
Edgar Thomas, Manager of Operations at Car Clean Enterprise, spoke on behalf of the company, highlighting its longstanding partnership with the GPF. “For over a decade, our dealership has had the privilege of supplying the Guyana Police Force with our services, and today, we continue this tradition of support and partnership. This donation is a testament to our commitment to enhancing the capabilities and efficiency of our law enforcement officers,” he noted.
Thomas also acknowledged the dedicated service of the Police Force, particularly the Traffic and CID officers, who work tirelessly in the field to maintain law and order.
Assistant Superintendent Ray Marcurius, representing the CID Crime Scene Lab, welcomed the donation, stating that it would significantly improve the unit’s ability to respond promptly to crime scenes. He thanked Car Clean Enterprise for the generous gesture and reaffirmed the department’s commitment to making the best use of the resource.
The ceremony marked another important step in strengthening public-private partnerships aimed at improving national security and the effectiveness of law enforcement in Guyana.
