Police quell “politically-motivated” Region Five protests

Swift action by Police this morning quelled what is said to be “politically motivated” protests at Number Five Village, West Coast Berbice.

In a telephone interview, Assistant Commissioner – Operations Clifton Hicken said police on the ground cleared burnt tyres and other debris from the roadways and cautioned residents.

Mr. Hicken said senior officers on the ground encouraged residents to return to their homes and to desist from such behaviours.

The Police brought the situation under control and traffic is flowing normally.