– authorities reviewing CCTV footage

AUTHORITIES have launched an investigation into a series of deliberate acts of vandalism at the National Park, with surveillance footage capturing a lone individual defacing public infrastructure.
The Protected Areas Commission (PAC), on Tuesday, reported that multiple incidents were detected through its 24-hour CCTV monitoring system and routine inspections. Among the damage recorded were the defacing of park signage, the uprooting and destruction of plants around the Children’s Monument, and other forms of damage to public facilities.
The Commission expressed concern over the attacks, noting that the park serves as a vital recreational space for fitness, family activities and nature appreciation. It warned that such acts not only strain limited maintenance resources but also undermine a shared national asset used daily by thousands of Guyanese.
According to the PAC, investigators are working closely with the Guyana Police Force and other relevant authorities to identify and apprehend those responsible. Officials confirmed that video evidence is being reviewed as part of the probe.
The Commission is urging members of the public to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity or acts of vandalism to on-site security personnel or via designated contact numbers.
Meanwhile, the Board of Directors, through park management, has begun restoration work on the affected areas. The PAC is also appealing to citizens to play an active role in safeguarding and maintaining the country’s urban green spaces.