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Threats against CANU head will be met with full force of the law – Govt. warns
(Kaieteur News) – Days after a video went viral with a man issuing threats to head of the Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU), James Singh, the Ministry of Home Affairs has warned that any threat against the life of a public official is a serious criminal matter.
“Law enforcement agencies have launched an active investigation to determine the origin, authenticity, and intent of the video and all necessary measures are being taken to ensure the safety and security of those targeted.”
Head of CANU, James Singh
According to the ministry this development comes at a time of intensified anti-narcotics enforcement. During the first quarter of 2026, CANU removed more than 371 kilograms of narcotics from circulation and disrupted multiple trafficking networks through sustained, intelligence-led operations. “While this context is noted, it does not prejudge the outcome of the ongoing investigation. The Government of Guyana makes it clear: intimidation will not succeed. Threats against law enforcement officials will be met with the full force of the law. Our national effort to dismantle organized criminal networks, both domestic and transnational, will continue with resolve, coordination, and unwavering focus. No individual or group will be allowed to undermine the rule of law or threaten those tasked with upholding it,” the statement concluded.
Journalist, Travis Chase had reported on Sunday on the video in which a masked, armed man issued death threats to Singh. Dressed in a hood the individual in the video was seen brandishing a firearm while displaying a photograph of Singh. Chase reported that a translation of the audio reveals a series of explicit threats, including repeated warnings that “the syndicate is coming for you” and “we are going to kill you.” The individual also declares “I’m going to kill you,” while claiming that the syndicate will track down its target.
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