Police in firecrackers warning – Stabroek News
The Guyana Police Force today issued a stern warning to individuals and businesses involved in selling firecrackers noting that they can result in serious bodily harm and injury to both users and innocent bystanders.
There have been past instances where both children and adults suffered grievous injuries due to the use of firecrackers, the police said.
“We therefore urge all to exercise care and caution and to act responsibly when deciding whether to purchase or use these items”, the police said.
Persons found selling or in possession of these explosives will be subject to prosecution and the full force of the law will be applied, the force said. Regulations as to Sale, Purchase and Possession of Explosives Contrary to Section 13(1) (2) of the Explosive Act Chapter 16:06 prohibits the illegal use and sale of explosives without the permission of the Minister and as such anyone found selling or distributing such items without a permit from the appropriate authority will face prosecution, the police pointed out.
Regional Commanders, the police said, have been reminded to maintain and sustain law enforcement efforts aimed at preventing the distribution of these devices, including seizure where evidence of sale is detected as well as conducting raids and searches based on intelligence received.
