Forensic Video Analysis Training Boosts Investigative Skills for GPF
October 28, 2024 — In a collaborative effort to advance forensic capabilities within the Guyana Police Force (GPF), the Justice Education Society of British Columbia (JES), with support from the High Commission of Canada, hosted a specialized forensic video analysis training session.
Held at the Officers’ Training Center, the workshop equipped detectives, prosecutors, and forensic lab technicians with the latest skills in video evidence analysis.
This initiative aligns with JES’s mission of over three decades, promoting the rule of law globally by enhancing access to justice, strengthening legal systems, and developing digital solutions.
Attendees included Deputy Commissioner of Law Enforcement Mr. Wendell Blanhum, JES Project Director Ms. Lisa Thompson, Canadian High Commission representative Mr. Tariq Williams, and Inspector Junior Blair, head of the GPF’s Forensic Video Analysis Unit.
Ms. Thompson addressed participants, which included members of the GPF Sexual Assault Unit, forensic analysts, and representatives from the Guyana Forensic Science Laboratory and the Director of Public Prosecutions.
She emphasized the value of modern digital video technology in supporting reliable forensic investigations and prosecutions.
Canadian High Commission official Mr. Williams underscored the impact of video evidence in the judicial process, stating, “Video evidence not only supports the court’s ability to validate testimonies but also serves as a pivotal tool in the quest for justice.”
Mr. Blanhum stressed the need for continuous learning, referencing technology’s crucial role in refining investigative techniques. Quoting Albert Einstein, he encouraged participants, saying, “Intellectual growth commences at birth and should only cease at death.”
As JES and the GPF strengthen ties through this training, participants are expected to elevate investigative standards and, ultimately, improve public safety.
(Guyana Police Force)
