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Police Commissioner Hicken Encourages Public to Approach Him Directly with Concerns

Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken has urged members of the public to approach him directly with any issues related to the Guyana Police Force, particularly if they feel their reports are being unfairly handled. Speaking during the government-produced program “Safeguarding the Nation,” Hicken emphasized the Police Force’s commitment to transparency and accountability. Highlighting an open-door […]

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Michael Singh Endorses President Ali for Second Term, Citing Sports Development

Michael Singh, the president of both the Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF) and the Guyana Mixed Martial Arts Federation (GYMMAF), has publicly endorsed His Excellency President Mohamed Irfaan Ali for a second term as Head of State. Singh highlights the President’s visionary leadership and significant investments in sports development as key reasons for his support. With […]

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Motorcyclist Charged in Connection with Fatal Accident

Location: Albion Magistrate’s Court, Corentyne Berbice A 23-year-old motorcyclist, Kenwin Collins, has been charged in connection with a tragic accident that resulted in the death of 80-year-old Menawatty Harilall. The charges were presented in court on Tuesday before Magistrate Michelle Matthias at the Albion Magistrate’s Court. Collins faces charges of causing death by dangerous driving, […]

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Trinidad : Passenger Dies After Medical Emergency at Piarco Airport

Location: Piarco International Airport, Trinidad and Tobago Daily Express Reports : A tragic incident occurred at Piarco International Airport on Tuesday morning when an arriving passenger suffered a medical emergency and later died despite the efforts of first responders. According to a statement from the Airports Authority of Trinidad and Tobago, the incident took place […]

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GDF Executes Emergency MEDEVAC for Newborn from Region 2

The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) today successfully carried out an urgent medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) mission for a newborn in critical condition from Region 2 (Pomeroon-Supenaam), following a request from the Ministry of Health. The newborn, delivered just hours earlier via Cesarean section at the Suddie Public Hospital, was suffering from respiratory distress and required advanced […]

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Mr. Mohamed Hands Over New Home to Hampshire Family

A few months after pledging to build a new home for 25-year-old Omawattie Persaud and her family from Hampshire Village, Berbice, Mr. A. Mohamed returned to the community on Tuesday to officially hand over the new building. The Persaud family had previously lived in dire conditions, reaching out to the businessman for assistance. Upon visiting […]

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Police Academy Goes Digital with Launch of Online Testing Platform

Set to Revolutionise Recruit Assessment and Training The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has made a bold move into the digital era with the official launch of its Online Testing System, ushering in a new phase of technologically-driven recruit assessment and training. This modern initiative is poised to significantly enhance the efficiency, transparency, and effectiveness of […]

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Ann’s Grove Man Charged with Felonious Wounding

Careme Charles, a 25-year-old painter from Lot 29 Middle Street, Ann’s Grove, East Coast Demerara, was today charged with the offence of Felonious Wounding, in connection with an incident involving a fellow resident. Charles was arrested on June 27, 2025, by ranks from the Enmore Police Station and charged under Section 57(a) of the Criminal […]

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Tuschen Man Pleads Guilty to Ganja Possession Charge

Wesley Nelson, a 28-year-old gold miner from Tuschen, East Bank Essequibo, was sentenced to two months of imprisonment and fined $30,000 after pleading guilty to a charge of possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking. Nelson was arrested at the Itaballi Police Checkpoint on June 28, 2025, and was charged the following day under […]

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Two Gold Miners Charged with Murder of Riley Abrams

Two gold miners, Rovel Santiago, 21, from Mabaruma in Region #1, and Shawn Williams, 20, from Kuru Kururu village along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway, were arrested on Saturday, June 28, 2025, and charged with murder today, July 1, 2025. The charges were laid under the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 8:01, at the Bartica Magistrate’s Court […]

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UPDATE: Stanleytown Man Wanted for Sexual Assault Arrested

Quincy Bernard, a 31-year-old resident of Lot 14 Church Street, Stanleytown, West Bank Demerara, who was the subject of a wanted bulletin for the offence of sexual assault, has been arrested by Police. Bernard surrendered to law enforcement at the Diamond Police Station at approximately 13:30 hrs today. He was accompanied by his attorney, prominent […]

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GECOM Approves WIN’s Party Symbol Amidst Heightened Political Rhetoric

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has officially approved the party symbol for the newly formed political movement “We Invest in Nationhood” (WIN), led by businessman and presidential hopeful Azruddin Mohamed. The announcement marks a significant milestone for WIN as it prepares to contest the upcoming General and Regional Elections on September 1st. In a statement […]

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President Ali Denies Using Government Resources to Target Political Opponent

Through US Lobbying Firm. News Source Guyana Reports : President Irfaan Ali has strongly denied allegations that his Government has been using state resources to finance a political attack on Presidential Candidate Azruddin Mohamed through a US-based lobbying firm. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an event this morning, President Ali dismissed the claims […]

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Driver Charged in Fatal Accident of Corentyne Teenager

Nine months after the tragic death of 18-year-old Jainarine Rampersaud, the man allegedly responsible for the motor vehicle accident has been charged. Shakir Batson, 25, from Rose Hall Town, Corentyne, Berbice, faced the court today for causing Rampersaud’s death on October 27, 2024. Rampersaud, who was riding a motorcycle with 15-year-old Stephon Verrapen as a […]

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Athletics Association of Guyana Concludes 2025 National Senior Championships

The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) wrapped up its 2025 National Senior Championships on Sunday, following three days of intense competition at the National Track and Field Centre. The event showcased a blend of established talent and emerging athletes, culminating in several impressive performances. The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) emerged as the dominant force, securing […]

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Guyana Police Force Reports Significant Decrease in Serious Crimes

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has announced a remarkable 88% decrease in serious crimes, attributed to enhanced infrastructure and new policies. This reduction includes a 63% drop in murders, an 88% decline in armed robberies, and a 93% decrease in burglaries and larceny. Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken confirmed these statistics during an episode of […]

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