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Police Force offers free computer classes in Essequibo
Interested persons on the Essequibo Coast, especially in the areas of Dartmouth and Suddie, have the privilege of attending free computer classes offered twice a week by the Guyana Police Force. The law enforcement agency in a meeting with the Region Two communities last Friday, made the announcement as part of its drive to improve computer literacy.
The initiative represents one of the force’s attempts for capacity building and police/community coalition. Residents were encouraged to take advantage of the services offered at the Zara Computer Centre
Police ranks and villagers exchange concerns over the community.
at the Richard Fikal Police Training College in Suddie.
As part of remedies to some of the woes facing the out-of-town communities, Superintendent of Police Stephen Mansell, who was accompanied by several senior and junior ranks, suggested other initiatives to improve the social wellbeing of the community, while offering means to bettering younger residents who were determined as being most prone to criminal activities.
Several community members gathered at the Eighth of May Secondary School to air their concerns about what they believe the police is lacking in their community. Apart from stressing on the necessity to occupy young community members in their spare time, residents were adamant about the need for increased police presence and vigilance.
The residents expressed concerns over the increase of narcotics trafficking and the use of illegal substances. They were even more concerned about the increasing number of young people using such substances in the area. They said that these activities have led to additional worries such as increased gambling, again involving several young people.
Community members also complained about the overcrowding of buses, loud music and the behaviour of minibus operators.
The police were not spared a slamming for what community members say is a lack of meaningful investigations and presence, especially in the most needed areas. Ranks were accused of performing poor investigations and even “taking sides” in conducting their work.
Residents asked for an increased police presence in their communities and an improved approach towards dealing with their complaints.
The ranks have in turn invited parents in the community to encourage their children to join the police youth group which will be launched this Saturday. Several other communities, including those in and around the city have seen the launching of such youth groups, which are said to be doing life-changing things for these young persons.
The youngsters are expected to become involved in camping activities, academic and skills training. The open opportunity for interested persons to become members of the police force was also highlighted.
Apart from that, it was discussed that a community policing or watch group is needed for the different areas, while commitments have been made for it to convene.
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