A routine police operation led to the arrest of Clive Thornhill, a 48-year-old fisherman from Lethem, after authorities discovered 25.6 pounds of narcotics in his possession aboard minibus #BVV 887. The minibus was en route from Georgetown to Lethem when it was stopped for a search at approximately 09:30 hrs. During the search, Thornhill admitted […]
Police ranks from Regional Division #2 conducted an operation today that resulted in the arrest of 19-year-old Osay Tobin for possession of illegal narcotics. The operation took place on Charity Back Street, where officers discovered 28.8 grams of cocaine and 115.6 grams of cannabis. Acting on intelligence, a team led by a Superintendent searched Tobin’s […]
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Hgp Nightly News Reports : The Office of the President has come under scrutiny for allegedly controlling media access to events featuring President Irfaan Ali. During his first press conference since re-election, several accredited media houses were notably absent from the guest list. Among those not invited were prominent outlets such as Stabroek News, HGP […]
Stephen Sumner, a 39-year-old truck driver from Lot 12-13 Farm, Mahaicony, East Coast Demerara, has been charged with multiple traffic-related offences stemming from an incident that occurred on September 7, 2025. The charges against Sumner include: Failing to Stop, contrary to Section 62(1) of the Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic Act, Chapter 51:02. Failing to […]
Devon Boucher, a 25-year-old security guard from Mahaica, East Coast Demerara, was arrested on September 12, 2025, and charged today with discharging a loaded firearm with intent. The charge is in relation to an incident involving Andrew Smith, known as ‘Cats,’ which occurred on September 8, 2025, at Hand-en-Veldt, Mahaica. Boucher was apprehended by a […]
Dexter Agrian, a 41-year-old excavator operator from Tuschen Housing Scheme, East Bank Essequibo, was arrested on September 11, 2025, and charged with murder in connection with the death of 38-year-old gold miner Mark Benn, known as ‘Tattoo.’ Agrian appeared before His Worship Teriq Mohammed at the Bartica Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, where the murder charge […]
In a recent intelligence-led operation, police arrested 47-year-old businessman Freeman Fordyce after discovering an unlicensed firearm in his vehicle at Nandy Park. The operation took place around 7:50 AM today, involving officers from Regional Divisions 4A and 4B. Upon arriving at Lot 97 Nandy Park, police found Fordyce seated in the driver’s seat of his […]
The People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) has released a statement acknowledging the recent resignations of Party Chairman Cde. Shurwayne Holder and Cde. Mervyn Williams from their positions within the Central Executive Committee (CEC), as well as Holder’s departure from the party entirely. General Secretary Mr. Sherwin Benjamin emphasized that the party takes these developments seriously […]
Lester Glen Reports : Nail technician Karol Velasquez Dominick, 29, and her 3-year-old son, Dominic, from West Watooka, were involved in a distressing incident on their way to a client. While crossing the Mackenzie/Wismar Bridge, they were forced by a truck to use the pedestrian crossing, which then collapsed beneath them. Both mother and child […]
Elvis Arthur, a 23-year-old Amerindian farmer from Achawib, South Rupununi, was charged today with Break and Enter and Larceny following an incident at the Achawib Nursery School. The offence took place between December 13, 2024, and September 11, 2025. Arthur was arrested on September 11 and appeared before His Worship Omadatt Chandan at the Lethem […]
Ms. Colleen Benn and her three children, ages 5, 13, and 14, have realized their dream of homeownership with the keys to a new house in Lust-en-Rust, West Bank Demerara. After years of renting and moving between relatives, this milestone was made possible through the Ministry of Housing’s Core Home Support Programme. So far, 124 […]
Venezuelan Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López has warned Guyana and Trinidad and Tobago of retaliation if attacks against Venezuela are launched from their territories. In a video on Telegram, he emphasized that these countries would face a response in “legitimate defense.” Padrino’s remarks come amid heightened tensions in the Caribbean, where U.S. military operations against […]
Two men were sentenced on Monday after pleading guilty to drug trafficking offenses in separate Magistrate’s Courts. In Georgetown, Jason Bascom appeared before Magistrate Azore, admitting to possession of 4.078 kg of cannabis for trafficking purposes. He received a three-year prison sentence and a fine of GYD$30,000, as reported in the latest updates from the […]
News Room Reports : Multi-talented Guyanese athlete Zion Hickerson has garnered attention from two prestigious football clubs: Juventus Academy New York and BVB Academy New York. The 10-year-old, training at the Vurlon Mills Football Academy, impressed scouts during a recent tryout on Randall’s Island, New York. Both academies are eager to welcome Hickerson for the […]
News Room Reports : The People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) has experienced another significant resignation with the departure of Robert Wayne Maison, a longstanding party activist dating back to the era of former leader Desmond Hoyte. Maison, who serves as the People’s Representative Councillor for Constituency Seven (Stabroek-Bourda) at the Georgetown Mayor and City Council, […]
In a Social Media Statement : Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed has condemned the PPP Government for what he describes as blatant political victimization and abuse of property rights against him and his family. Mohamed claims that a family property in Region 3 has been targeted, with issues escalating following the recent general and regional elections. […]
Newly appointed Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Oneidge Walrond, convened her inaugural meeting with the Ministry’s Heads of Department this morning. She was warmly welcomed by senior officials and staff in the Boardroom. Expressing gratitude for the reception, Minister Walrond emphasized her commitment to collaborative leadership. “This is an opportunity for a reset—a rethink of […]
The Honourable Oneidge Walrond officially took the helm of the Ministry of Home Affairs today, following a formal handover from former Minister Robeson Benn. The transition, marked by a symbolic passing of the baton, signifies a new chapter in the ministry’s leadership. In a ceremony held this morning, Benn, who served as the Senior Advisor […]
Priya Manickchand wasted no time in outlining her priorities on her first day as Minister of Local Government and Regional Development. She emphasized the urgent need for contractors to fulfill long-delayed projects, starting with the flagship Bamia Primary School in Region Ten. In a Facebook post titled “Day One | Different Ministry, continuous service,” Manickchand […]
