Ameer Husain, a taxi driver from Covent Garden, East Bank Demerara, pleaded guilty to the offence of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in a court appearance on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Husain appeared before His Worship Dylon Bess at the Diamond/Golden Grove Magistrate’s Court, where the charge was formally presented. Following his guilty plea, the […]
In a heartfelt Facebook post, Klassy Kitty expressed her devastation over the brutal death of her beloved cat, Peanut, allegedly at the hands of one of her tenants. The incident occurred on Monday, February 9, 2026, prompting an outpouring of grief and outrage. Klassy described the horrific scene, stating that Peanut’s face was crushed, and […]
HGP Nightly News Reports | Gabriel Harrigin, a Trinidadian national recently cleared of cybercrime allegations, was unexpectedly detained by immigration authorities and deported from Guyana on Tuesday morning. Harrigin had been instructed to report to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), but upon arrival, he was instead met by immigration officials. He was subsequently taken into […]
Big Smith News Watch Reports | A minibus driver, Travis Gordon Benjamin, is currently standing trial in the Georgetown High Court, facing charges related to the death of passenger Vanessa Bishop. Legal proceedings began under Justice Gino Persaud as the prosecution presented medical and video evidence linked to the case. During the trial, two medical […]
Big Smith News Watch Reports | The indictable charges of attempted murder and robbery under arms against 19-year-old St Lucian national Condoleezza Henry and her co-accused, Kristoff Nicholas, have been withdrawn and dismissed after a financial settlement was reached with the victim. The decision was made in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts by Acting Chief Magistrate […]
The Guyana Police Force is investigating a violent incident that occurred on Sunday, February 8, 2026, around 3:00 a.m. within the compound of the Parika Police Station, located on the East Bank of Essequibo. Preliminary inquiries reveal that a male individual had visited the police station to report an alleged assault when he was unexpectedly […]
As the government prepares to distribute a $100,000 cash grant to every adult citizen, Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat is urging recipients to remain productive and continue their work following the grant’s receipt. Speaking to miners at Puruni Landing in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) last Friday, Bharrat emphasized the importance of not becoming complacent after […]
The Office of the First Lady has received an allocation of $50 million in the 2026 national budget, with plans to raise an additional $35 million through fundraising efforts to support various initiatives throughout the year. This was announced by Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance Gail Teixeira during the Consideration of the Budget Estimates. […]
Police in Region 7 are investigating the homicide of 55-year-old gold miner John José Marciano, originally from One Mile, Wismar, Linden. The incident occurred on Saturday morning at a mining camp located at 14 Miles Issano, along the Middle Mazaruni River. According to a police statement, Marciano was found slumped on the ground at his […]
Amanza Walton-Desir, a Member of Parliament for the Forward Guyana Movement (FGM), is urging the government to release the investigation report concerning the tragic helicopter crash involving the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), which resulted in the deaths of five servicemen in December 2023. Walton-Desir asserts that the government is legally bound under Annex 13 of […]
The Parliamentary Committee of Supply has approved a budget allocation of $40 million for the Office of the Commissioner of Information, with over 75% of this amount designated for the salary of Commissioner Charles Ramson Snr, a retired Court of Appeal Judge. During the deliberation of the 2026 budget estimates, Opposition Member of Parliament Ganesh […]
Minister of Governance Gail Teixeira addressed the Parliamentary Committee of Supply today, emphasizing the importance of time in changing societal norms and behaviors, particularly regarding violence in Guyana. This statement accompanied the justification for the allocation of over $900 million to the Men on Mission Programme. As budget estimates were considered, Opposition Member of Parliament […]
The ongoing extradition hearing against billionaire businessmen Nazar and Azruddin Mohamed was halted and adjourned this morning after the court was informed of the hospitalization of 73-year-old Nazar Mohamed following a medical emergency. Nazar was reportedly preparing for court when he experienced a health crisis, prompting his urgent transport to the hospital due to complaints […]
Police are actively investigating reports of suspected Trafficking in Persons (TIP) following a joint operation conducted on the night of February 7 into the early hours of February 8, 2026, at a building located on Charlotte and Albert Streets in Georgetown. The operation was executed by members of the Trafficking in Persons Unit at the […]
The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has issued a stern warning to all drone operators and the general public, emphasizing that compliance with safe and responsible drone operation is mandatory under Guyana’s laws. The irresponsible and unlawful use of drones presents significant risks to public safety, national security, and personal privacy. Drone users are reminded […]
Police in Regional Division #10 are actively investigating the discovery of suspected firearms, ammunition, and narcotics at a residence in Central Amelia’s Ward, Linden, on Sunday, February 8, 2026, around 1:30 AM. Acting on intelligence, officers conducted a search of a motor lorry parked at the residence. During the search, they discovered a haversack behind […]
On Saturday, February 7, 2026, officers from the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) executed an operation in Kitty, Georgetown, following information received regarding narcotics activities. This operation led to the interception of two motor vehicles in the vicinity of David Street. During the operation, the driver of a white Volkswagen car, registered as PAL 4117, attempted […]
This morning, I observed a drone flying suspiciously low over my Husband home. Over the past few days, I have noticed a series of unusual activities that have raised concerns for my family’s safety. As a precaution, I felt compelled to request the presence of a security guard. The drone’s descent was alarming, especially when […]
The Chief of Defence Staff, Brigadier Omar Khan, MSS, alongside the officers and ranks of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), extends hearty congratulations to Major Dr. Sven Douglas, MEM, for achieving his Doctor of Philosophy in Management from Texila American University. Dr. Douglas completed this significant milestone through the Government of Guyana’s Online Academy of […]
Missing Child Alert (Reported via Ray ray Lilly ) Name: Talgia McAllisterAge: 9 years oldAddress: 77 Red Road, SophiaDescription: Last seen wearing a pink and white top with blue jeans.Last Seen: Plum Park at approximately 6:30 PM this evening. If anyone has any information regarding Talgia’s whereabouts, please contact:📞 611-4428📞 732-8356 Please help us find […]
