In a significant crackdown on road safety, the Guyana Police Force (GPF) Traffic Department reported more than 3,000 traffic offences in just one week. From January 18 to January 24, 2026, a total of 3,279 cases were documented, with speeding identified as the most prevalent violation.
During this enforcement period, police charged 1,170 motorists for exceeding the speed limit, underlining ongoing concerns regarding speeding as a major contributor to serious and fatal road accidents.
Motorcycle-related offences were also a notable concern, with 176 cases involving riders failing to wear safety helmets and 80 instances of passengers riding without proper head protection. Given the heightened vulnerability of motorcyclists in accidents, these violations are a significant focus for traffic officials.
Other common infractions included:
- 120 cases of leaving vehicles in dangerous positions
- 110 instances of seatbelt breaches
- 57 cases involving unlicensed drivers
- 54 offences for vehicles breaching prescribed fitness conditions
- 48 vehicles operating without proper front lights
- 73 vehicles lacking rear lights
Additionally, police recorded 36 cases of driving under the influence, as well as a range of other violations: 18 cases of faulty parking, 16 offences related to tinted vehicle windows, and four cases of disobeying traffic lights.
Senior traffic officials have reiterated the urgent need for safer driving practices, asserting that indiscipline on the roads continues to jeopardize lives. They specifically pointed to the prevalence of speeding, alcohol consumption, and disregard for safety regulations as direct contributors to serious accidents.
These figures are part of a national initiative aimed at reducing traffic accidents and fatalities, with law enforcement promising continued visible enforcement across all regions of Guyana.
Authorities are urging all road users—motorists, motorcyclists, and pedestrians—to adhere to traffic laws, exercise patience, and recognize that road safety is a shared responsibility.
The Traffic Department announced that enforcement operations will persist in the coming weeks, as part of ongoing efforts to curb reckless behaviour and enhance safety on Guyana’s roadways.
