Michael Raymond Haralall Tamassar, an 88-year-old pensioner who was a suspect in the investigation into his wife’s death, was found dead on Thursday morning. According to a police release, Tamassar died between 07:00 and 09:38 hours at the Bladen Hall School Compound Living Quarters. He was last seen alive at approximately 07:00 hours by his […]
At approximately 08:15 hours, Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) observed a dangerously negligent act by RZND Concrete and Delivery Company. Their extended concrete pump was positioned perilously over GPL’s 69,000-volt transmission line along the La Bonne Intention (LBI) Railway Embankment, East Coast Demerara. This critical 69 kV line is a vital link between GPL’s […]
In a recent interview with News Source, former President Donald Ramotar expressed his belief that U.S. military strikes on suspected drug vessels in the Caribbean, alongside the removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, are part of a smokescreen aimed at gaining control of Venezuela’s oil wealth. Ramotar asserted that it is increasingly […]
Attorney General Anil Nandlall has issued a stern warning to individuals offering legal services without proper legal training, stating that they could soon face penalties for their actions. During his weekly program, “Issues in the News,” Nandlall described these actions as fraudulent and emphasized the risks posed to lives and properties. He urged for an […]
Aubrey Norton, Leader of the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) and Chairman of the APNU, has urged the Irfaan Ali Administration to suspend discussions with the U.S. concerning the acceptance of third-country deportees and refugees until national stakeholders are properly consulted and a comprehensive migration policy is established. Third-country deportees and refugees refer to individuals […]
A small group of local rights activists gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Georgetown this morning, armed with placards condemning the recent actions of the U.S. government in Venezuela. The protesters demanded an end to what they termed “U.S. imperialism, extrajudicial killings, and violations of regional sovereignty.” Rights activist and Attorney-at-Law Christopher Ram addressed reporters […]
Attorney General Anil Nandlall, SC, has robustly defended the ongoing extradition proceedings against businessmen Azruddin and Nazar Mohamed, describing recent criticisms as a deliberate distortion of Guyana’s extradition laws. Nandlall’s remarks came amid public debate following the commencement of the committal hearing at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday. Nandlall urged critics to closely review […]
Sanjay Peters, a 29-year-old resident of Williamsburg, Corentyne, has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for the sexual assault of a five-year-old boy. Peters was found guilty of committing the offenses on two occasions—July 1 and August 5, 2018—in the Berbice area. The conviction followed a trial held in December 2025 at the Berbice […]
D’Andre Perry, a resident of Stanleytown, New Amsterdam, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to a charge related to a horrific sexual crime against a nine-year-old girl. The trial, which began in December 2025, saw Perry, then 27 years old, admit to the offense during proceedings held at the Berbice […]
One Communications has announced the appointment of Abraham Smith as its new Chief Executive Officer. With over two decades of senior leadership experience in the Caribbean and Latin America, Smith most recently served in a CEO role within one of the region’s largest and most complex markets. Brad Martin, Chairman of One Communications, expressed confidence […]
In a bid to clear vendors operating near the Georgetown Public Hospital (GPHC), Town Clerk Candace Nelson has instructed the City Constabulary to conduct regular checks in the area. This decision comes after the hospital’s legal counsel sent a letter stating that a mandamus would be sought from the court if vendors do not vacate […]
A two-story house located at Penitentiary Walk in New Amsterdam was destroyed by fire on Tuesday night, raising concerns as investigations suggest the blaze was set maliciously. Berbice Divisional Fire Officer Clive McDonald reported that the New Amsterdam Fire Station received an emergency call at approximately 9:53 PM. Two fire tenders swiftly responded and were […]
Shemuel Douglas, a 25-year-old mechanic employed with Farms Supplies Limited from Crane Housing Scheme, has faced legal consequences for dangerous driving and exceeding the speed limit. The offenses occurred on Monday, December 8, 2025, along the Nelson Mandela to Eccles Interlink, involving 28-year-old T’Shaun Nicolas Thompson, a screen printer and head press operator from Atlantic […]
Martin Hunte, a 38-year-old minibus operator from Lot 52 La Bonne Intention Housing Scheme, has been sentenced to twelve months in prison for dangerous driving. Hunte was arrested following an incident that occurred on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at approximately 6:45 PM on Public Road, Kitty, Georgetown, which involved an 11-year-old Grade 7 student from […]
Four residents of Bartica have been arrested and charged with possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking after authorities uncovered 272 grams of cannabis in their possession. The accused individuals are: Tecina Angel Wills, a 22-year-old firewoman from Two and a Half Miles, Bartica-Potaro Road Rhon Smith, a 36-year-old labourer from Mora Camp, Bartica […]
Jonel Fernandes and Trivette Harry, both residents of Mabaruma, have been fined for driving under the influence of alcohol. The two men were arrested and charged with operating motor vehicles while their breath alcohol levels exceeded legal limits. They appeared today, January 7, 2026, at the Mabaruma Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Clive Nurse, where the […]
Osafo Blackette, also known as ‘Shine Shoes’, a 24-year-old farmer from Victoria, has been charged with two counts of Simple Larceny. Blackette was arrested on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, following allegations that he committed the offenses against Rakesh Sanicharra, a 32-year-old businessman from Zeelugt, and Narine Gobin, a 46-year-old businessman from Naamryck, between January 5 […]
George Joseph, a 26-year-old fisherman from Barima River, has been charged with Attempt to Commit Murder in connection with a serious incident involving a local farmer. Joseph was arrested on Sunday, December 8, 2025, following an allegation that he attempted to murder 54-year-old Sandra Dawson on Saturday, December 7, 2025, at their shared community in […]
Rawle Munroe, a 40-year-old excavator operator from Two Friends Village, Ann’s Grove, has been sentenced to 24 months in prison following his guilty plea to charges of Simple Larceny. Munroe was arrested on Monday, January 6, 2026, stemming from an incident involving Ramdeo Persaud at Enmore, East Coast Demerara. The charge was formally presented to […]
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