Georgetown : Firearm licences, issuance of passports and domestic violence were among some of the issues discussed by Amerindian leaders at the National Toshaos Council (NTC) meeting with officials from the Home Affairs Ministry and the Guyana Police Force’s top brass.
Toshaos (Amerindian Village Leaders) spoke of the need for public education on social ills such as drug use. Crime Chief, Seelall Persaud assured that the Force is prepared to deal with this issue both from an awareness standpoint, as well as from an enforcement position.
Toshaos also spoke of difficulties in accessing firearm ammunition and Police Commissioner; Leroy Brummel informed that licenced firearm holders can place their orders at the nearest police station and the police officers will take the responsibility of acquiring it.
The Police Commissioner also urged the Amerindian leaders to work closely with ranks of the force, particularly with their divisional commander.
Over 100 toshaos and senior councillors have been identified to take the oath of office as Rural Constables (RCs) today.
RCs essentially support the efforts of ranks of the Force by providing and executing police related duties to ensure the maintenance of law and order in their respective communities.
ats and make arrests once those suspicions have been confirmed.
Toshaos also requested more equipment such as batons, handcuffs and land and water transport, which Brummell said are issues that can be worked out at the level of the Ministries of Home Affairs and Amerindian Affairs.
With regards to the processing and issuance of passports, toshaos were told if they have in their possession, the relevant documentation and can submit their application early, then the Passport Office will fast-track their applications so that they can receive their passports quickly.
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