Georgetown: The Guyana Association of Bankers (GAB) has expressed deep concern about the escalating incidence of persons being targeted after conducting financial transactions at commercial banks.
The body in a statement Tuesday said it strongly condemn these incidents and wish to assure customers and the public at large that as an industry they are “working with the relevant authorities and internally with all member banks with a view to arresting this trend.”
The GAB said the safety of their valued customers and staff remains paramount among their priorities, and they continue to co-operate with law enforcement in addressing any factors that compromise this position.
Meanwhile, in the interest of safety, the association is encouraging customers and members of the public to as far as possible refrain from conducting large cash transactions, and instead, utilize other secure methods of payment such as Manager’s Cheques or direct payments.
The GAB further stated that at this time, local security escort services should be considered for persons operating businesses which may require transportation of significant sums.
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