The Ministry of Home Affairs says it has launched investigations into “serious allegations” of sexual exploitation, abuse of authority and misconduct at the Guyana Police Force (GPF) Academy, warning that anyone found culpable will be charged regardless of rank.
In a statement on Tuesday, the ministry said it had taken note of the allegations and, upon receiving the report, had immediately directed the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) to commence full investigations.
“The Ministry treats these matters with the utmost seriousness and reiterates its zero-tolerance policy for abuse, exploitation, or misconduct within any agency under its oversight,” the statement said.
The ministry stressed that accountability will follow any wrongdoing uncovered by investigators.
“Any individual, regardless of rank, position, or tenure, found to have engaged in wrongdoing will be charged and held fully accountable under the law,” the ministry said, while underscoring that due process will be observed.
It also pledged that the investigations will be conducted “thoroughly, fairly, and without interference.”
According to the ministry, the welfare and protection of trainees and officers at the GPF Academy remains a priority.
“The welfare, dignity, and protection of all trainees and officers within the Guyana Police Force remain paramount,” the statement added.
The statement from the ministry comes on the heels of several reports of an alleged sex ring at the Academy.
