-other traveller had picked it up and gone to Berbice
The Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) Corporation yesterday announced the successful recovery of US$5,500 for passenger, Unis Cato.
A release from CJIA said that upon her arrival in Guyana on April 18, 2024, Cato reported the missing money. The CJIA security department promptly reviewed CCTV footage and identified a passenger who had picked up a package that had fallen from Cato.
The airport security team shared their findings with the Guyana Police Force, leading to the swift location of the passenger who took the money to Berbice. Following thorough questioning, the Police managed to recover the full sum of money, which was then returned to Cato.
The release said that Cato expressed her appreciation for the efforts of the CJIA security staff and the Guyana Police Force. She specifically praised CEO, Ramesh Ghir and Commander Krishnadat Ramanarine for their involvement in resolving the matter.
Chairman of CJIAC Board, Sanjeev Datadin lauded the airport security team and the Guyana Police Force for their outstanding work, the release said.
He noted that in 2024, the CJIA security department successfully recovered over 260 items for passengers, including 41 suitcases, 12 laptops, 10 mobile phones, as well as various pieces of jewellery, duty-free items, and travel documents.
Passengers and airport users are encouraged to contact the CJIA Customer Service Department for any assistance needed.
They can be reached by phone at +592 600-7022, +592 699-9074, +592 261-4347 or +592 261-2281. Alternatively, members of the public can email the department at cjiac@cjairport-gy.com or send a WhatsApp message to any of the listed mobile numbers.
