Georgetown A

Georgetown Prison ‘A’

Georgetown Prison ‘A’ is situated in Region 4, within the county of Demerara. This Prison is located on Camp Street. It is one of the oldest operating prisons in Guyana. It was initially built during the period of Dutch colonization. Georgetown Prison was a common Jail for the confinement of Prisoners of both sexes until 1933 when it was converted into a male Prison. In 1830 the Prison had 28 wards and was capable of holding 280 prisoners combined. By 1838 the prisons capacity had increased to 350 with the addition of brick building.

Georgetown Prison is being managed by Senior Superintendent of Prisons (ag), Olivia Cox. Presently, the Georgetown Prison ‘A’ is under construction and upon conclusion it will accommodate (180) prisoners.