Executive Summary

This week’s crime data for Guyana shows 23 reported incidents, with Georgetown accounting for the majority of cases. Theft and robbery incidents increased significantly, particularly in the Stabroek Market commercial district.

Key Statistics

• Total Incidents: 23
• Murder: 3 incidents
• Robbery: 9 incidents (↑ 25% from last week)
• Theft: 6 incidents (↑ 50% from last week)
• Assault: 3 incidents
• Other: 2 incidents

Regional Breakdown

Georgetown

The capital city reported 16 incidents this week, representing 70% of all crimes. The Stabroek Market area and Water Street commercial zone were primary hotspots.

Georgetown Crime Types:

• Robbery: 6 cases
• Theft: 5 cases
• Assault: 3 cases
• Murder: 2 cases

Linden

Linden saw 3 reported crimes this week, with a focus on property-related offenses. Local police have increased patrols in residential neighborhoods.

Other Regions

The remaining 4 incidents were distributed across Regions 3, 4, and 6, primarily involving domestic disputes and property crimes.

Crime Type Analysis

Theft and Robbery

The sharp increase in theft and robbery incidents is concerning:

• Market area thefts: 5 incidents (targeting shoppers and vendors)
• Business robberies: 4 incidents (small shops, stores)
• Street robberies: 3 incidents
• Residential burglaries: 3 incidents

Homicides

Three murders were reported this week:

• 2 in Georgetown (gang-related)
• 1 in Region 6 (domestic dispute)

Time of Day Patterns

Most incidents occurred during business hours:

• 9 AM - 12 PM: 35% of incidents (market peak hours)
• 3 PM - 6 PM: 30% of incidents (evening shopping)
• Night (6 PM - 6 AM): 35% of incidents

Geographic Hotspots

Stabroek Market District

The Stabroek Market area continues to be a crime hotspot, with 7 incidents reported this week. The concentration of vendors, shoppers, and cash transactions makes this area particularly vulnerable to theft and pickpocketing.

Water Street Commercial Zone

Water Street saw 4 incidents, primarily targeting small businesses during closing hours.

Trends and Insights

1. Commercial Crime Focus: 61% of crimes targeted commercial areas and businesses
2. Daytime Vulnerability: Unlike Trinidad, Guyana sees significant crime during daylight hours
3. Market Area Risk: Stabroek Market remains the highest-risk zone for petty theft and robbery

Safety Recommendations

Based on this week’s data, we recommend:

• Market visitors: Keep valuables secured and avoid displaying cash in public
• Business owners: Review security protocols, especially during opening/closing hours
• Shoppers: Be vigilant in crowded areas like Stabroek Market
• Residents: Secure homes with proper locks and consider neighborhood watch programs

Community Response

Local community leaders in Georgetown have organized a safety awareness campaign for market vendors. Police presence has been increased in the Stabroek Market area during peak hours.

Methodology Note

All data is sourced from verified media reports published by Stabroek News, Kaieteur News, and Guyana Chronicle between November 3-10, 2025. Each incident has been cross-referenced with original source articles.

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