Cops, army in security operations to tackle possible domestic threat, higher crime

David Granger

In light of information on a “potential domestic security threat” and increased crimes, the government yesterday announced that the police force and army will be conducting security operations, which will include aerial coverage by helicopters, in targeted areas.

“The Government of Guyana has received credible information related to a potential domestic security threat,” the Ministry of the Presidency yesterday. It did not provide any further information on the nature of the threat.

It added that this information, “coupled with increased