185 YEARS OF SERVICE: GPF MARKS ANNIVERSARY WITH RECORD DECLINE IN CRIME

As the Guyana Police Force prepares to celebrate its  185th Anniversary tomorrow, July 1st, Safeguarding Our Nation announces the premiere of its  second episode, featuring Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken outlining record drops in  serious crime and a vision for rebuilding public trust. 

In a candid conversation with moderator Marcia Hope, Commissioner Hicken described the  Force’s transformation, driven by modern training, accountability, and stronger community  partnerships. 

“I joined the Force because I believed in protecting and serving the people of Guyana, and that  mission hasn’t changed,” Commissioner Hicken said. “Today, we’re building a Police Service that  is modern, professional, and trusted by all Guyanese.” 

The episode features animated visuals illustrating the scale of progress, including the following  graphic illustrating these results (available for publication):

While acknowledging that many citizens still feel unsafe, the Commissioner stressed that  rebuilding trust is an ongoing priority: “We know crime isn’t just about numbers—it’s about how  people feel. We are working every day to earn that trust, and we invite the public to hold us  accountable and be our partners in building a safer Guyana.” 

How to Watch: 

Safeguarding Our Nation – Episode 2 premieres July 1st at 10:00 AM on: • Facebook: Guyana Police Force, Guyana Defence Force, Guyana Fire Service, Guyana Prison Service, all Joint Services, Office of the President, DPI, NCN 

• Television: NCN Broadcast 
• Radio: Radio Eve Leary 

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