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Spectacular displays expected as police annual Gymkhana takes to Berbice tomorrow
Thousands are expected to fill the Area H Sports ground in Rose Hall Town tomorrow for the much anticipated annual Police Force Gymkhana and sports day.
Flashback: Ranks perform a physical display at the previous Gymkhana in Berbice.
The event which had been a feature on the Police Force calendar, was reintroduced to Berbice after a very long time a few years ago and has been attracting large crowds where ever and whenever it is staged.
This year’s activity has been anticipated with bated breath, especially since it forms part of the Rose Hall Town 44th Anniversary programme.
According to Commander Police B Division, Assistant Commissioner Brian Joseph, all systems are in place and a spectacular performance is anticipated as the Police deliver their version of the Gymkhana in the Ancient County.
The sentiments were shared by Coordinator of The Rose Hall Town Anniversary committee Andrew Griffith. The event he said will bring the curtains down on the two weeks long anniversary activities.
The event is expected to see policing with a difference and will features a number of breathtaking displays.
The gymkhana will see ranks from the various police departments performing stunts and other daring displays. The police mounted and canine branches are expected to take center stages when they take to the arena and carry their animals through the various routines including drills, jumping through fire, musical chairs among other stunts.
The tracker dogs will also show what they can do with the search and find. A number of majorettes’ groups will also take to the sward for their drill and physical displays.
The bikers from the various police motorbike divisions including traffic and dirt bike will also be doing their stuff.
A number of novelty events including foot drills, late for work, physical displays, Lime and spoon, needle, three legged race and many more including the police military band will also be on show.
Acting Commissioner of Police Seelall Persaud, Commander Joseph and Deputy Commander Senior Superintendent Marlon Chapman are among senior police officers who are expected to be in attendance. The action starts at 10:00hrs.
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