The Guyana Prisons Service (GPS) has confirmed that two inmates from the Holding Bay at the Lusignan Prisons have tested positive for COVID-19.
The service said that this is despite “taking all necessary precautions” at the facility.
Official results went to the Prison Administration today.
The circumstances under which the two prisoners contracted the virus are presently unknown, and contact tracing has begun.
“All steps are being taken to segregate persons with whom they came into contact. Resources are being gathered to prevent further spread.
All persons who are exhibiting signs and symptoms of COVID-19 will be examined and exposed to the Standard Operational Procedures outlined by the Ministry of Health,” the GPS said in a statement moments ago.
Further, it stated that systems are also being put in place to monitor the rest of the prison population and to monitor Prison Officers and staff.
“The steps taken over the months to prevent coronavirus from the prison will be revisited and expanded where necessary.
The Guyana Prison Service wishes to reassure all prisoners and Prison Officers that this matter is being viewed very seriously and that all mitigation strategies are in place for their protection.”
