Errant drivers fined, charged as traffic camera enforcement intensifies

As the Guyana Police Force (GPF) intensified enforcement against dangerous driving, several motorists were charged, fined, and brought before the courts during the week. The traffic violations captured by cameras include speeding and third-lane violations.

These actions form part of the continued rollout of the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS), deployed in partnership between the National Data Management Authority (NDMA) and the Guyana Police Force, which utilises automated cameras and data-driven monitoring to identify traffic breaches and support enforcement actions through the courts.

On Wednesday, several errant drivers appeared at the Sparendaam Magistrate’s Court and the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court to answer charges of Dangerous Driving. The matters were heard by Magistrates Abigail Gibbs and S. Lallram, respectively.

Those appearing before Magistrate Abigail Gibbs were Junior McKenzie, the driver of minibus BAF 6744, who was charged with two counts of Dangerous Driving and fined $100,000; Orin Harper, the driver of minibus BPP 3825, faced two counts of Dangerous Driving and was fined $100,000; Hemraj Ramfal, the driver of minibus BAE 7621, pleaded not guilty and was granted bail of $150,000. His matter was adjourned to February 26, 2026.

In addition, Haraish Looknauth (BAC 2361), Cylus Gibson (BAE 3131), Mike McGarrell (BAJ 4071), and Keshav Lachman (BAH 8423) were each fined $50,000 for Dangerous Driving.

Several matters were adjourned due to the absence of defendants, including those involving Odinga McDonald, Dasrat Mirchand, and Kelvin Hardy, all drivers of minibuses. These cases were rescheduled for February 3, 2026.

Furthermore, Trevor Peters (BZZ 9177) and Mahadeo Mangra (BAM 3367) were each fined $50,000 or an alternative of 10 weeks’ imprisonment when they appeared before Magistrate S. Lallram.

Additionally, Leroy Jonas, the driver of minibus BAL 5912, faced two counts of Dangerous Driving and was fined $100,000 or an alternative of 20 weeks’ imprisonment. His driver’s license was suspended for six months.

Two defendants, Hensley Alleyne (BAC 8810) and Raymond Clement (BAK 1075), were absent when their matters were called.

The Traffic Department has also indicated that additional cases relating to unpaid speeding tickets detected through the SRIS traffic camera system are expected to come before the courts. Motorists are reminded that failure to attend court when summoned may result in further legal consequences, including the issuance of warrants.

The Traffic Department reiterated that dangerous driving, including third-lane violations and offenses detected via traffic cameras, puts lives at risk and will be met with firm action. Motorists are urged to obey traffic laws, respect lane discipline, and drive responsibly.