For the year 2023, the Police Complaints Authority (PCA) received a total of 194 complaints levelled against ranks of the Guyana Police Force (GPF). And, Chairman of the Police Complaints Authority, Justice (Ret’d) William Ramlal has pointed out that ranks within country’s premier law enforcement agency continue to misuse their…
Two arrested after 1 kilogram of marijuana found at Grove house
Police have arrested two men following the discovery of 1.05 kilograms of marijuana in their Grove Squatting Area, East Bank Demerara (EBD) house on Thursday. In custody are Erron Rigby, 28, a welder and Leisha Braam, 24, a security guard of Grove, Squatting Area, EBD. In a statement, Police Headquarters…
Accident claims life of 85-year-old at Le Ressouvenir
Police are currently investigating a fatal road accident that occurred Friday morning at around 08:30 hrs on Le Ressouvenir Public Road, East Coast Demerara, and which resulted in the death of 85-year-old Stephen Correia. The incident involved a motor car, registration number PAG 7093, driven by 58-year-old carpenter Garfield Hoppie,…
Seven men jointly charged, granted $500K bail each for abduction of Joshua David
Seven men, who are at the centre of an investigation into the abduction of Joshua David, who remains missing, were charged jointly on Friday in connection with the crime and granted bail of $500,000 each. Aaron Alleyne, known as ‘Cats’; Wayne Barker, 34, of Laing Avenue, Georgetown; Damion Barlow, 32,…
Seven men jointly charged, granted $500K bail each for abduction of Joshua David
Seven men, who are at the centre of an investigation into the abduction of Joshua David, who remains missing, were charged jointly on Friday in connection with the crime and granted bail of $500,000 each. Aaron Alleyne, known as ‘Cats’; Wayne Barker, 34, of Laing Avenue, Georgetown; Damion Barlow, 32,…
PNC/R’s Sandy calls for opposition unity in support of Pres. Ali’s progressive economic measures
Region Four Vice Chairman and member of the Opposition People’s National Congress (PNC), Samuel Sandy, has lauded the economic initiatives outlined in President Irfaan Ali’s recent address to Parliament, describing them as reflective of a “visionary leadership” aimed at securing the country’s future amid global challenges. Sandy highlighted noted the…
PNC/R’s Sandy calls for opposition unity in support of Pres. Ali’s progressive economic measures
Region Four Vice Chairman and member of the Opposition People’s National Congress (PNC), Samuel Sandy, has lauded the economic initiatives outlined in President Irfaan Ali’s recent address to Parliament, describing them as reflective of a “visionary leadership” aimed at securing the country’s future amid global challenges. Sandy highlighted noted the…
GCCI applauds President Ali’s bold economic and social policy announcements
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has lauded the recent economic and social policies announced by President Dr. Irfaan Ali, highlighting its potential positive impact on both citizen welfare and the broader economy. Speaking on Thursday in Parliament, President Ali unveiled a series of interventions aimed at promoting…
GCCI applauds President Ali’s bold economic and social policy announcements
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has lauded the recent economic and social policies announced by President Dr. Irfaan Ali, highlighting its potential positive impact on both citizen welfare and the broader economy. Speaking on Thursday in Parliament, President Ali unveiled a series of interventions aimed at promoting…
Corentyne fisherman murdered by brother-in-law
The police in Berbice are investigating a killing that occurred Thursday night about 21:00 hrs at No.76 Housing Scheme, Upper Corentyne, Berbice. The deceased has been identified as Micheal Jackson called ‘Junior’,22, A Fisherman of No.72 Village, Corentyne, Berbice. While details remain sketchy, the News Room has been informed that…
