Karimbaksh Finally Sent on Leave Pending Rape Investigation
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October 8, 2026
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Deputy Commissioner of Police Fizal Karimbaksh has been sent on leave pending the outcome of an investigation into allegations of rape and threatening behaviour made against him, the Guyana Police Force (GPF) announced Thursday.
Karimbaksh, who heads the Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU), will remain on leave while a police investigation into the allegations proceeds.
The GPF said the decision follows receipt of a report concerning the allegations. Commissioner of Police Dr Clifton Hicken subsequently established a team to conduct what the Force described as a thorough investigation.
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