The Guyana Police Force is investigating a violent incident that occurred on Sunday, February 8, 2026, around 3:00 a.m. within the compound of the Parika Police Station, located on the East Bank of Essequibo.
Preliminary inquiries reveal that a male individual had visited the police station to report an alleged assault when he was unexpectedly confronted by another man who entered the premises. The assailant forcibly attacked the individual while he was still inside the station compound.
Police ranks present at the station acted quickly to intervene, apprehending the assailant—identified as a 33-year-old vendor from Farm, East Bank Essequibo. The situation was subsequently brought under control.
The injured individual was transported to the De Kinderen Regional Hospital, where medical staff examined him and confirmed he was in stable condition. Following treatment, he was returned to the Parika Police Station and placed into custody as investigations continued.
The assailant’s aggressive actions were recorded on CCTV cameras positioned at the police station, providing essential evidence for the ongoing inquiry.
The Guyana Police Force has condemned any acts of violence, especially within the sanctity of a police station, which is intended to be a place of safety and lawful recourse. Authorities stated that any disorderly conduct in these facilities would be met with strict legal repercussions.
Efforts are underway to locate the victim who left the scene following the incident, and investigations are ongoing.
