For some ranks in the Guyana Police Force, being promoted during their first five years on the job is almost impossible but things turned out a bit different for one policeman.In a very short time, Constable Derwin Eastman, became a Police Corporal- this is something that doesn’t happen often.He was given an ‘on the spot’ promotion by the Commissioner of Police, Seelall Persaud.Eastman, who became a policeman in 2012, was commended for his exemplary work in the force on Friday last at the Brickdam Police Station annual Christmas luncheon and awards ceremony.Eastman,
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