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The Vice President made the revelation while speaking at a wreath laying ceremony for fallen police officers on Sunday, July 19.
“These fallen heroes and heroines would have made that ultimate sacrifice selflessly and for the purpose of making a more secure society for us who stand here. They were the fighters for good over evil. And though they may have fallen, their cause is never a lost one,” said Ramjattan.
However, given the recent spike in crime and drug trafficking, the number is expected to increase and Ramjattan made no bones about admitting this expectation.
“The proliferation of drug trafficking, illegal guns and organized crimes have all helped in this number which is 62 too many. The reality tells us, however, that that number will as a matter of course grow,” he stated.
Despite the aforementioned factors, Ramjattan made it clear that members of the Guyana Police Force are expected to carry out their functions in a manner that is consistent with international standards for policing thereby ensuring that the fundamental rights of citizens are preserved.
“The constantly changing nature of crime and the increasingly violent intent, methods and postures of perpetrators, make being a member of the Police Force an extremely dangerous profession. Therefore, due respect must be given to the many men and women who put themselves in danger in the line of duty; and, more so, to those who have paid the ultimate price for the safety and security of our citizens,” said the Vice President.
Officer John Campbell was a GREAT Policeman. Oh, BTW – how many of those 62 officers mentioned lost their lives in the line of duty during the Jagdeo presidency? If I’m not mistaken, it is a very high percentage of the 62. Let the reporter get the figures and publish a follow-up story.
The history of the British Guiana/Guyana Police Force began in 1839. The book on the History of the force as authored by John Campbell reflects on the name of many more members who have lost their lives in the line of duty. You have continued to fail in giving respects to those outside of the “Lauded” 62.
Please take the time to set the records straight. The families of those outside of the “Lauded” 62 deserve your attention to this ongoing disrespect for their sacrifice.