The Guyana Police Force (GPF) on Wednesday commissioned the new Timehri Police Station, a state-of-the-art facility in Regional Division 4B aimed at boosting professionalism, community service and public safety.
The commissioning ceremony was chaired by Officer in Charge of Number Three Sub-Division, DSP C. Davis, and attended by Minister of Home Affairs Robeson Benn, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry Andre Ally, Deputy Commissioner E. Watts, senior officers, community and religious leaders, and residents.
Commander of Regional Division 4B, Superintendent DeHearte, said the new station is “not merely a physical structure, but a symbol of progress, modernisation, and dedication to service.” Quoting author Ralph Blum, he added: “Nothing is predestined; the obstacles of your past can become the gateways that lead to new beginnings.”
The facility will serve the Number Three Sub-Division, the largest in the Division, stretching from Garden of Eden to Moblissa, and covering a population of more than 35,000. It also includes key hubs such as the South Dakota Circuit, Splashmin’s Resort, Azia Akuza Creek and the Cheddi Jagan International Airport.
Highlighting the station’s strategic role, DeHearte said that while crime levels remain moderate overall, areas such as Timehri North and Loo Creek require strengthened policing. He said the modern infrastructure would improve operational capacity, response times and overall service delivery.
Delivering the feature address, Benn said the commissioning was a demonstration of the government’s continued investment in law enforcement.
“The commissioning of this new police station represents our government’s commitment to providing the Guyana Police Force with the resources needed to protect and serve our communities. A modern security infrastructure is vital to ensuring stability, confidence, and above all, the safety of our citizens,” he said.
Permanent Secretary Ally called the project a “strategic investment in both people and infrastructure.” He said the upgraded facility would give ranks an improved working environment while fostering stronger trust and cooperation between the force and communities.
The ceremony ended with a vote of thanks delivered by five-year-old Nathan Davis, who spoke in both English and Arabic, followed by the unveiling of a commemorative plaque, the cutting of the ribbon and a guided tour of the station.
The new Timehri Police Station is seen as a major step in strengthening security and community relations in one of the country’s most expansive and strategically important areas.
