In a significant crackdown on road safety, the Guyana Police Force (GPF) Traffic Department reported more than 3,000 traffic offences in just one week. From January 18 to January 24, 2026, a total of 3,279 cases were documented, with speeding identified as the most prevalent violation. During this enforcement period, police charged 1,170 motorists for […]
Jason Bhojedat, a 33-year-old Chemist and Distillery Plant Manager at Demerara Distillers Limited, tragically lost his life in a late-night accident on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Bhojedat was driving a small bus along the Farm Public Road when a speeding car collided with the back of the bus, causing the vehicle to flip over multiple […]
During a session of the National Assembly on Monday, Speaker Manzoor Nadir condemned remarks made by newly elected Leader of the Opposition, Azruddin Mohamed, warning that such comments could lead to a review by the Privileges Committee if they are found to violate parliamentary rules. At the start of the session, Nadir congratulated all Members […]
Azruddin Mohamed of We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) was declared Guyana’s new Leader of the Opposition on Monday following an election held among Opposition Members of Parliament at the Parliament Buildings. The election, convened by Speaker of the National Assembly Manzoor Nadir, took place ahead of the presentation of the 2026 National Budget, formally establishing […]
The Ministry of Health has expressed regret over an unfortunate incident that occurred at the New Amsterdam Hospital involving a patient, Ms. Kelisha Pestano, aged 26. On January 14, 2026, at 22:24 hours, Ms. Pestano presented to the hospital with complaints of lower back pain and mild vaginal bleeding, without uterine contractions. After thorough assessment, […]
Authorities are urging the victim of an assault, captured on video, to step forward as the investigation into the incident continues. The altercation took place around 14:00 hours on Saturday, January 25, 2026, at a park in La Jalousie. The incident gained attention after a video showing three males assaulting another man began circulating on […]
The price of gold has reached an unprecedented high, surpassing $5,000 (£3,659) per ounce for the first time, continuing a remarkable rally that saw the precious metal increase by over 60% in 2025. This surge is largely attributed to rising tensions between the US and NATO regarding Greenland, alongside burgeoning concerns over financial and geopolitical […]
The Guyana Police Force has launched an investigation into an assault incident that took place on Saturday, January 25, 2026, around 14:00 hours at First Lady Park. The event, which was captured on video and has since circulated widely on social media, shows three males assaulting another male. Preliminary investigations indicate that, immediately after the […]
On January 23, 2026, members of We Invest in Nationhood (WIN), led by MP Tabitha Sarabo-Halley, visited Leopold Street, Werk-en-Rust, to engage with residents and address their concerns. During these discussions, residents expressed significant apprehension regarding efforts to take control of the community club and the adjacent community ground. In response to these concerns, residents […]
Chancellor of the Judiciary (ag) Justice Roxane George has instructed the Court of Appeal of the Supreme Court of Judicature to launch a significant backlog-reduction effort aimed at clearing over 2,000 appeals and applications filed between January 1, 1996, and December 31, 2024. In a recent press release, the Court acknowledged the frustrations expressed by […]
News Source Guyana Reports | Three individuals have tragically lost their lives in an accident along the new Wisroc Public Road late last night. Among the deceased is well-known spiritual leader Andrew Irving, who was traveling in the vehicle with the other two victims. The other victims have been identified as Marcus Berley, the driver […]
Police have confirmed that six individuals have been charged in connection with the death of wanted man Jamal Bourne, whose final moments were captured in a widely circulated video on social media. Shilon Nurse will face charges for possession of a firearm without a license and possession of ammunition without a license. Additionally, Nurse is […]
The police are currently investigating an incident that occurred on Saturday around 8:10 AM, involving ranks from the Guyana Police Force, the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), and an officer from the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) during a joint operation. Preliminary investigations indicate that the ranks were boarding an 18-foot aluminum boat at the […]
A 29-year-old woman, Ashley Holder of Bushlot, has tragically died after being struck by a motorcar on the Anna Regina Public Road on Friday at approximately 9:50 PM. According to police reports, Holder was hit by motorcar PAK 4313, driven by a 54-year-old male resident of Onderneeming. The driver stated he was traveling south along […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed regret over the recent notification of withdrawal from its organization by the United States, a founding member that has significantly contributed to various public health achievements, including the eradication of smallpox and advancements against diseases like polio, HIV, and Ebola. WHO views this decision as detrimental, arguing that […]
Ramesh Gangoo, a 45-year-old laborer from Anna Regina Housing Scheme, has been arrested and charged with possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking, in violation of Section 5(1)(a)(i) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act, Chapter 10:10. Gangoo was arrested on January 21, 2026, on Anna Regina Old Market Road, where he […]
Frank Satrohan, a 25-year-old resident, has been arrested and charged with the offence of rape of a child under 16 years, in violation of Section 10(3) of the Sexual Offences Act, Chapter 8:03. Satrohan is accused of committing the offence between November 5 and November 10, 2023, as well as during December 2023. He appeared […]
Elton Gudge, a 49-year-old taxi driver and businessman, has been arrested and charged with sexual activity with a child family member, in violation of Section 16(3)(b)(i) of the Sexual Offences Act, Chapter 8:03. Gudge is accused of committing the offence in December 2025. He appeared at the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court on January 21, 2026, […]
Two women are in custody following a police operation that intercepted 345.8 pounds of ganja during a stop-and-search along the Number 10 Public Road on Saturday. According to police reports, the operation took place around 7:20 AM when officers stopped a motor car occupied by the two women and requested to search the vehicle. During […]
HGP NIGHTLY NEWS Reports | After years on the run, Philbert McPherson, a former armed robbery accused, has been arrested in Suriname and returned to Guyana following an Interpol notice. McPherson, who fled the country while on High Court bail, has been sentenced in absentia to seven years’ imprisonment for robbery under arms and illegal […]
