10 citizens to help improve police force

GEORGETOWN (AP):

Authorities in Guyana say 10 citizens have been selected to form part of a panel charged with helping improve the South American country's police force.

National Security Minister Clement Rohee says the panel was created based on recommendations that civilians should administer certain police functions such as project coordination and strategic planning. The selected panel includes former police officers.

The announcement comes amid criticism that the 3,500-strong police force is inefficient, overly bureaucratic and corrupt.

Rohee said on the weekend that the Cabinet will review the selections and make a final announcement next month.