Breaking News: Three Cops Removed from Police Academy Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations
— File sent to DPP for legal advice
Following a damning exposé by BIG Smith News Watch, the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) of the Guyana Police Force has reportedly concluded its investigation into serious allegations of sexual misconduct and harassment at the Police Academy in Georgetown.
The probe was launched after multiple female recruits reported being subjected to inappropriate behaviour and harassment by senior officers during their training. According to reports, some officers were removed from the Academy amid mounting complaints.
Information reaching BIG Smith News Watch indicates that one of the officers previously stationed at the Academy allegedly facilitated access to female recruits for a senior officer within the Force. Recruits also claimed that “late-night parades” were called between 1:30 and 3:00 hours, during which their physical appearance and body structure were reportedly scrutinized by male superiors.
There were additional claims that a Deputy Commissioner would occasionally appear during late-night classes, creating discomfort among female trainees.
Reports had also surfaced of taxis and private vehicles being sent to the compound late at night to collect female recruits — a practice that has since been discontinued by the Force’s administration.
The Corporate Communications Unit (CCU) in an earlier statement confirmed that the Commissioner of Police was alerted to the situation and immediately ordered a probe by the OPR. Investigators reportedly interviewed several recruits and staff members, with text message exchanges submitted as supporting evidence.
The OPR has since completed its report, and the file is now before the DPP for legal guidance. In the meantime, one officer and three sergeants named in the investigation have been transferred from the Academy pending further instructions.
This development comes amid ongoing public concern about sexual misconduct within the Force. A 2020 internal report had previously cited then-Senior Superintendent, now Deputy Commissioner, Fizal Karimbaksh, for alleged sexual harassment.
That report found sufficient evidence to support a charge under Section 8 of the Prevention of Discrimination Act, Chapter 99:08, but disciplinary action was instead recommended under the Police (Discipline) Act, Chapter 17:01.
The Guyana Police Force has since reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining professionalism, discipline, and integrity among its ranks, pledging to act firmly in all matters that could tarnish the organization’s image.
The investigation remains under review, and further updates are expected as the DPP’s advice is received.
