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- Police Investigate Double Execution at Vigilance South
Authorities have launched an investigation into a brazen double murder that occurred late Wednesday evening, claiming the lives of two men. The victims, identified as 22-year-old Cordel August and 35-year-old Keon Headley, were fatally shot shortly after 10:00 p.m. while at a shop in Vigilance South. According to preliminary police reports, a group of individuals… Read more: Police Investigate Double Execution at Vigilance South - Finance Minister Confirms Distribution of $47 Billion in Cash Grants
Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh announced that the government’s $100,000 national cash grant initiative has reached a significant milestone, with a total of 470,420 eligible Guyanese receiving their payments to date. This rollout represents a total injection of $47 billion directly into the hands of citizens. The distribution has been executed in strategic phases to… Read more: Finance Minister Confirms Distribution of $47 Billion in Cash Grants - Two Remanded Following Murder of Levi “Vamperous” Williams
Two men appeared before Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday to face a joint murder charge in connection with the December 2025 killing of Levi Williams, known as “Vamperous.” The accused have been identified as: Edgar Lawson, 33, a businessman residing in Land of Canaan, East Bank Demerara. Keiran Barrett,… Read more: Two Remanded Following Murder of Levi “Vamperous” Williams - Parika Man Remanded in Ongoing AK-47 Investigation
A 34-year-old Parika laborer, Ryan Singh—also known as “Satan”—was remanded to prison on Wednesday following his arraignment at the Leonora Magistrate’s Court. Singh appeared before Magistrate Alisha George to face a charge of conspiracy to commit a felony, contrary to Section 33 of the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 8:01. The charge is directly linked… Read more: Parika Man Remanded in Ongoing AK-47 Investigation - Paper Committal Hearing Set for August in Stacy Walton Manslaughter Case
The long-anticipated paper committal hearing for Alfred Dejonge, who stands charged with the manslaughter of 22-year-old businesswoman Stacy Walton, has been rescheduled for August 6, 2026, at the New Amsterdam Magistrate’s Court. The proceedings, originally slated for Thursday, July 2, were postponed after defense attorney Chandra Sohan was required to attend a High Court engagement… Read more: Paper Committal Hearing Set for August in Stacy Walton Manslaughter Case - Government Finalizes Two-Year Contract Extension for Karpowership Vessels
The Government of Guyana has finalized a new two-year agreement with the Turkish firm Karpowership for the continued rental of two floating power plants. Under this agreement, Guyana will pay an increased rate for the 36-megawatt (MW) powership currently stationed in the Berbice River, effectively standardizing the cost for both vessels. Rate Harmonization: The rental… Read more: Government Finalizes Two-Year Contract Extension for Karpowership Vessels - Tragic Fire Claims Life of 93-Year-Old in Castello Housing Scheme
A devastating fire in the Castello Housing Scheme this afternoon has claimed the life of 93-year-old Rosa Singh, affectionately known as “Aunty Baba.” The Guyana Fire Service received a distress call regarding the blaze at approximately 1:25 p.m. today, July 3, 2026. While three fire tenders were dispatched immediately and succeeded in containing the blaze… Read more: Tragic Fire Claims Life of 93-Year-Old in Castello Housing Scheme - Senior Citizens’ Transportation Allowance Rollout Begins July 8
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, has announced that the government’s new $20,000 Senior Citizens’ Transportation Allowance will commence distribution on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. This initiative, introduced in the 2026 National Budget, is designed to provide financial relief to pensioners for daily travel needs, such as accessing medical clinics, grocery… Read more: Senior Citizens’ Transportation Allowance Rollout Begins July 8 - Suspect Arrested Following Armed Robbery at Herstelling Supermarket
Authorities have apprehended one suspect in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on Thursday afternoon outside a supermarket in Herstelling. At approximately 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, a 30-year-old woman was accosted while walking along the street after exiting a supermarket. According to reports from Police Headquarters, two men in a white motor car approached… Read more: Suspect Arrested Following Armed Robbery at Herstelling Supermarket - South Ruimveldt Man Granted Bail Following Armed Robbery
A 33-year-old resident of Congress Drive, South Ruimveldt, appeared in the Diamond Magistrate’s Court on Friday to face charges of robbery under arms. The accused, identified as John Sampson, was charged under Section 222(c) of the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 8:01. The charges stem from an incident on Thursday involving a 30-year-old housewife from… Read more: South Ruimveldt Man Granted Bail Following Armed Robbery - Duo Remanded to Prison Following Covent Garden Armed Robbery
Two Georgetown men were remanded to prison on Friday after appearing before Magistrate Dylon Bess at the Diamond Magistrate’s Court to answer to a joint charge of robbery under arms. The defendants, 18-year-old Jaden Jackson of Tucville and 25-year-old Mark Major of Waterloo Street, were charged in connection with the robbery of a 20-year-old auto… Read more: Duo Remanded to Prison Following Covent Garden Armed Robbery - Update on the $100,000 National Cash Grant Distribution
As of early July 2026, the Government of Guyana’s $100,000 National Cash Grant—a flagship initiative announced in the 2026 National Budget—continues to be rolled out across the country. Progress: The distribution exercise is well underway, with reports indicating that over 430,000 eligible Guyanese adults (18 years and older) have already received their payments via direct… Read more: Update on the $100,000 National Cash Grant Distribution - Teachers Removed from Education System Following Abuse Scandal
The Teaching Service Commission (TSC) has concluded its investigation into the mistreatment of an autistic student at the David Rose Special Education Needs School, resulting in the permanent removal of two teachers from the education system. Following a disciplinary hearing, the TSC has taken the following measures: Dismissal: One teacher involved in the incident has… Read more: Teachers Removed from Education System Following Abuse Scandal - President Ali Maintains Stance on Judiciary Appointments Amidst Opposition Leadership Shift
News Source Guyana Reports : President Irfaan Ali has indicated there is no immediate need for new consultations with the current Leader of the Opposition, Azruddin Mohamed, regarding the substantive appointments of the Chancellor of the Judiciary and the Chief Justice. During a press interaction on Wednesday, President Ali stated that his administration’s position on… Read more: President Ali Maintains Stance on Judiciary Appointments Amidst Opposition Leadership Shift - Mother Demands Answers as Teenage Daughter Goes Missing While in State Custody
News Source Guyana Reports : A grieving mother from Grove, East Bank Demerara, is publicly pleading for information after her 15-year-old daughter went missing while under the protective custody of the state. Marcia King reported that her daughter initially went missing from their home on May 31. After locating the teenager, Ms. King sought assistance… Read more: Mother Demands Answers as Teenage Daughter Goes Missing While in State Custody - High Court Quashes $800M in Taxes Imposed by GRA on Re-migrants
News Source Guyana Reports : In a landmark ruling delivered today, the High Court has quashed tax assessments totaling over $800 million imposed by the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) against Hana and Bibi Mohamed. Justice Gino Persaud declared the GRA’s actions regarding the importation and use of two luxury vehicles “unreasonable, arbitrary, irrational, unfair, and… Read more: High Court Quashes $800M in Taxes Imposed by GRA on Re-migrants - Investigation Continues Following Fatal Collision on Bridge Access Road
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the fatal multi-vehicle accident that occurred Wednesday morning on the access road leading to the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge. The incident claimed the life of 65-year-old Cuban national Gerardo Machado Valdivia. The tragedy unfolded at approximately 6:42 a.m. when Mr. Valdivia attempted to cross the thoroughfare from south… Read more: Investigation Continues Following Fatal Collision on Bridge Access Road - Education Minister Assures ‘Because We Care’ Cash Grant Distribution
Education Minister Sonia Parag has moved to dispel concerns regarding the ongoing distribution of the ‘Because We Care’ cash grant, reaffirming that every registered student will receive their disbursement. Minister Parag addressed reports of minor complications during the rollout, specifically regarding multiple family members attempting to claim the same grant. She clarified that the Ministry’s… Read more: Education Minister Assures ‘Because We Care’ Cash Grant Distribution - Update : Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge Access Road
A fatal multi-vehicle collision occurred on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at approximately 6:42 a.m. on the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge Access Road, resulting in the death of a 65-year-old Cuban national. The victim, identified as Gerardo Machado Valdivia of Providence, East Bank Demerara, was attempting to cross the road from south to north when… Read more: Update : Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge Access Road - Six New Judges Sworn In to Strengthen Guyana’s Judiciary
President Irfaan Ali presided over the swearing-in ceremony of six new judges at the Office of the President today, a move aimed at enhancing the capacity of the nation’s legal system and addressing significant case backlogs. The appointments, which follow recommendations from the Judicial Service Commission, include a mix of experienced legal professionals and former… Read more: Six New Judges Sworn In to Strengthen Guyana’s Judiciary - Vendor Arrested with Suspected Narcotics in Ruimveldt
A 28-year-old vendor from River View, Ruimveldt, is in police custody following an intelligence-led operation that resulted in the seizure of suspected narcotics on Tuesday morning. Acting on gathered intelligence, police officers conducted a targeted operation in the Ruimveldt area at approximately 10:40 a.m. During the search, officers discovered a black plastic bag in the… Read more: Vendor Arrested with Suspected Narcotics in Ruimveldt - Ann’s Grove Shopkeeper Sentenced to Prison for Drug Trafficking
Ezekiel Lewis, a 26-year-old shopkeeper from Ann’s Grove, East Coast Demerara, has been sentenced to three years and five months in prison after being convicted of possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking. Lewis, also known as “Bell,” was arrested on October 8, 2025. Following his arrest, he was charged under Section 5(1)(a)(i) of… Read more: Ann’s Grove Shopkeeper Sentenced to Prison for Drug Trafficking - Two Suspects Arrested Following Armed Robbery at Covent Garden
Two individuals, including a teenager, are in police custody following an armed robbery on Monday night that targeted a 20-year-old auto body technician. The robbery took place at approximately 8:00 p.m. while the victim was walking east along the Covent Garden New Scheme. According to reports from Police Headquarters, the victim was approached from behind… Read more: Two Suspects Arrested Following Armed Robbery at Covent Garden - Building Destroyed in Early Morning Fire at East La Penitence
A fire believed to have been deliberately set destroyed a building at the East La Penitence Housing Sewage Compound early Wednesday morning. The Guyana Fire Service (GFS) received reports of the blaze at 4:16 a.m. Although firefighters arrived promptly, the structure was already fully engulfed in flames by the time they reached the scene. The… Read more: Building Destroyed in Early Morning Fire at East La Penitence - Businessman Arrested in Alleged Kidnapping Plot
Police have arrested a 36-year-old businessman from Alexander Village, Georgetown, following an intelligence-led operation on Tuesday that thwarted an alleged kidnapping scheme. According to a release from Police Headquarters, officers acted on intelligence suggesting that the suspect had orchestrated a plan to have an individual kidnapped. During the operation, investigators discovered that the businessman had… Read more: Businessman Arrested in Alleged Kidnapping Plot - Fatal Hit-and-Run Claims Two Lives in Clonbrook
Two men from Nabaclis Village, Collis “Cappo” Bristol and Akeem “Burnham” Burgess, were killed late Sunday night in a suspected hit-and-run collision along the Railway Embankment at Clonbrook. The two men were traveling on a motorcycle when they were struck by a motor car. The driver of the vehicle reportedly fled the scene immediately following… Read more: Fatal Hit-and-Run Claims Two Lives in Clonbrook - Video Evidence Presented in Ongoing Gas Station Bombing Committal
Paper committal proceedings regarding the deadly October 2025 bombing of the Regent Street Mobil Gas Station continued on Monday before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court. The court session saw the submission of additional video exhibits into the record. These include CCTV footage captured at the scene of the attack and… Read more: Video Evidence Presented in Ongoing Gas Station Bombing Committal - Suspect Captured in Connection with 2025 Le Repentir Cemetery Murder
Police have apprehended a key suspect in the high-profile murder of 39-year-old Levi “Vamperous” Williams, whose body was discovered hidden inside a barrel at the Le Repentir Cemetery on Christmas night last year. Kevin Lawson, a 33-year-old also known as “Baby” or “Edgar Lawson,” was taken into custody on Saturday evening. His arrest occurred between… Read more: Suspect Captured in Connection with 2025 Le Repentir Cemetery Murder - Police Probe Fatal Collision Involving Essequibo Cricketer
Authorities in Regional Division number 2 are conducting a thorough investigation into a fatal accident that occurred on Saturday afternoon, claiming the life of Satesh Persaud, a 45-year-old construction worker and well-known member of the Reliance Sports Club. The collision took place at approximately 1:30 p.m. on the Reliance Public Road. According to police reports,… Read more: Police Probe Fatal Collision Involving Essequibo Cricketer - Boat Captain Charged with Attempted Arson in Bartica
A 34-year-old boat captain from Puruni Landing, Middle Mazaruni River, appeared at the Bartica Magistrate’s Court earlier today to face charges related to an attempted arson. Dwayne Sookdeo was formally charged with Attempting to Set Fire to a Building, an offense contrary to Section 146 of the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 8:01. The charge… Read more: Boat Captain Charged with Attempted Arson in Bartica - Police Constable Remanded for Murder of Cuban National
A 20-year-old police constable, Randy Thomas, has been remanded to prison following his arraignment on a charge of murder. Thomas, a resident of Mahaica, East Coast Demerara, appeared before Magistrate Teriq Mohamed at the Vigilance Magistrate’s Court on Monday, June 29, 2026. He is accused of murdering 26-year-old Dailen Paneque Gomes, a Cuban national residing… Read more: Police Constable Remanded for Murder of Cuban National - Guyana Mourns the Loss of Rising Artiste Lil’ Saint
The Guyanese entertainment industry is in mourning following the untimely passing of the talented dancehall and soca artiste, Lil’ Saint. Known for his versatility and high-energy performances, the young entertainer’s death has sparked an outpouring of grief from fans, colleagues, and government officials alike. Lil’ Saint was widely regarded as an emerging force in the… Read more: Guyana Mourns the Loss of Rising Artiste Lil’ Saint
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