Crime

Two remanded to jail over 60-pound cocaine bust

The two men who were arrested on Saturday in the Parika Backdam with more than 60 pounds of cocaine in their possession have been charged and remanded to jail. 35-year-old mechanic, Latchman Sankar of Unity, East Bank Demerara and 48-year-old, boat captain Muneshwar Dusrajh of Ruby, East Bank Essequibo appeared before Magistrate Christel Lambert today […]

Roger Khan arrested over assault allegations at Kitty bar

Recently deported drug trafficking convict, Shaheed Roger Khan was arrested by the Police today as investigators probed an allegation of assault at a bar in Kitty. Police Commander for Region Four, Assistant Commissioner Edgar Thomas confirmed the arrest. He said the incident is alleged to have taken place last evening and the Police investigators are […]

Motorcyclist dies in Essequibo Coast smash-up

A 35-year old motorcyclist has become the country’s latest road accident victim following a smash-up on the Essequibo Coast. The man, Suresh Arjune of Adventure, Essequibo Coast, was riding his motorcycle at around 8:50 pm on Sunday when he slammed into a car that was making a turn. Investigations have so far revealed that the […]

Soldiers critically injured following pyrotechnic explosion

At least one soldier who received burns to 90% of his body is listed in a “very critical” condition while three others are listed as critical but stable with burns to their bodies following an explosion of pyrotechnic material at the Coast Guard headquarters. According to the Guyana Defence Force, four other ranks are hospitalised […]

Cuban butcher shot dead during suspected early morning robbery

A 34-year-old butcher was shot dead this morning while on his way to work during a robbery attempt. A police statement identified the dead man as Cuban national, Otredis Duarte Gonzalves. The incident reportedly occurred at 6:44 this morning while the butcher was on his way to the Rossignol Butchery on Church Street. He lived […]

One bandit shot dead, another injured during robbery attempt

The quick thinking of a licensed firearm holder saved a woman who was being chased by two bandits in the Kitty area this afternoon. According to reports, the licensed firearm holder shot both men while rushing to the woman’s rescue in the William Street, Kitty area. The men attempted to retreat after being shot but […]

Gary Best suspends all campaign appearances over fatal accident

Ex-GDF Chief of Staff and APNU+AFC Candidate, retired Rear Admiral Gary Best today announced that he is suspending all appearances at campaign events in wake of the fatal accident that he was involved in. Best, who is currently on station bail, while the Police investigations continue, issued a statement through his Attorneys, expressing remorse over […]

Barber sentenced to jail for exposing genitals to customer

A 42-year-old Barber who was charged with exposing his genitals to a female customer and rubbing her thighs has been found guilty and sentenced to prison, although he has not shown up in Court since his first appearance. 42-year-old Ceon Cantzlaar was found guilty on the two sexual assault charges in his absence. He was […]