HGP Nightly News – The Guyana Police Force has disclosed that its Safe Road Intelligent System continues to capture dangerous driving incidents across the country, with more than 100 cases already resulting in convictions. As of February 4, police confirmed that 115 cases have been processed through the courts, leading to fines and, in some instances, the suspension of drivers’ licences.
The remaining matters are at various stages of review and prosecution. Unlike minor traffic infractions that can be settled with a ticket, dangerous driving carries heavier weight. Police explained that the offence, defined as operating a vehicle in a manner that endangers the public, other road users, or property, must be heard before a magistrate.
There is no quick fix, no out-of-court settlement. Once the cameras capture the violation, the legal machinery grinds into motion.Each incident recorded by the SRIS cameras is individually reviewed by trained police personnel. Evidence is carefully analysed, compiled, and formally presented before the court.
It is a meticulous process, but one that is yielding results.Among those recently hauled before the courts are: Kwande Pellew, driver of motor vehicle BXX 6175, fined $50,000; Wahid Prasad, driver of motor vehicle BAB 3610, fined $40,000; Narendra Persaud, driver of motor vehicle BZZ 9177, fined $50,000; Brandt Ally, driver of motor vehicle BAJ 9917, fined $25,000; and Kimeon Brandford-Williams, driver of motor vehicle BAG 8728, fined $40,000.
All appeared before the Sparendaam and Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts charged with dangerous driving. The Police Force is not resting on its laurels. Officials have signalled that prosecutorial capacity is being strengthened to ensure faster preparation and advancement of SRIS-related matters as enforcement expands nationwide.
The SRIS forms part of a wider national initiative spearheaded by the Government of Guyana in collaboration with the National Data Management Authority. The goal is to modernise traffic management through data-driven enforcement systems aimed at reducing collisions and saving lives.
