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Police Investigate the Murder of Gold Miner in Region 7

Police in Region 7 are investigating the homicide of 55-year-old gold miner John José Marciano, originally from One Mile, Wismar, Linden. The incident occurred on Saturday morning at a mining camp located at 14 Miles Issano, along the Middle Mazaruni River. According to a police statement, Marciano was found slumped on the ground at his […]

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Minister of Governance Discusses Men on Mission Programme and Societal Change

Minister of Governance Gail Teixeira addressed the Parliamentary Committee of Supply today, emphasizing the importance of time in changing societal norms and behaviors, particularly regarding violence in Guyana. This statement accompanied the justification for the allocation of over $900 million to the Men on Mission Programme. As budget estimates were considered, Opposition Member of Parliament […]

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Extradition Hearing for Billionaire Businessmen Adjourned Due to Hospitalization

The ongoing extradition hearing against billionaire businessmen Nazar and Azruddin Mohamed was halted and adjourned this morning after the court was informed of the hospitalization of 73-year-old Nazar Mohamed following a medical emergency. Nazar was reportedly preparing for court when he experienced a health crisis, prompting his urgent transport to the hospital due to complaints […]

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Cubans Screened in Anti-Trafficking Exercise

Police are actively investigating reports of suspected Trafficking in Persons (TIP) following a joint operation conducted on the night of February 7 into the early hours of February 8, 2026, at a building located on Charlotte and Albert Streets in Georgetown. The operation was executed by members of the Trafficking in Persons Unit at the […]

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GCAA Issues Firm Warning on Drone Safety: Zero Tolerance for Violations

The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has issued a stern warning to all drone operators and the general public, emphasizing that compliance with safe and responsible drone operation is mandatory under Guyana’s laws. The irresponsible and unlawful use of drones presents significant risks to public safety, national security, and personal privacy. Drone users are reminded […]

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CANU Intercepts Vehicles and Seizes Quantity of Cocaine

On Saturday, February 7, 2026, officers from the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) executed an operation in Kitty, Georgetown, following information received regarding narcotics activities. This operation led to the interception of two motor vehicles in the vicinity of David Street. During the operation, the driver of a white Volkswagen car, registered as PAL 4117, attempted […]

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Statement from Sarah Browne, Ministry of Amerindian Affairs

This morning, I observed a drone flying suspiciously low over my Husband home. Over the past few days, I have noticed a series of unusual activities that have raised concerns for my family’s safety. As a precaution, I felt compelled to request the presence of a security guard. The drone’s descent was alarming, especially when […]

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Guyana Defence Force Officer Achieves Academic Milestone

The Chief of Defence Staff, Brigadier Omar Khan, MSS, alongside the officers and ranks of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), extends hearty congratulations to Major Dr. Sven Douglas, MEM, for achieving his Doctor of Philosophy in Management from Texila American University. Dr. Douglas completed this significant milestone through the Government of Guyana’s Online Academy of […]

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Missing Child Report Talgia McAllister

Missing Child Alert (Reported via Ray ray Lilly ) Name: Talgia McAllisterAge: 9 years oldAddress: 77 Red Road, SophiaDescription: Last seen wearing a pink and white top with blue jeans.Last Seen: Plum Park at approximately 6:30 PM this evening. If anyone has any information regarding Talgia’s whereabouts, please contact:📞 611-4428📞 732-8356 Please help us find […]

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Controversial Interview: Gabriel Harragin Addresses Cybercrime Allegations

In a recent interview with journalist Travis Chase, Gabriel Harragin found himself at the center of a media maelstrom, accused of distributing explicit content involving multiple women across social media platforms. The interview, which has garnered significant attention, aimed to provide Harragin an opportunity to clarify the events leading to these allegations. Harragin began by […]

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CANU Operation in Georgetown Results in Cocaine Seizure and Arrests

Big Smith News Watch Reports | A recent operation by the Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) has led to the seizure of over 15 pounds of cocaine, the arrest of two individuals, and damage to official vehicles. The operation became intense when one of the suspects attempted to evade capture by deliberately ramming his vehicle into […]

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Three Men Sentenced or Remanded in Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court

This week, three men from the Essequibo Coast appeared before the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court to face separate criminal charges, resulting in varying sentences and remand status. Mahindra Moniram, also known as “Rovin,” a 23-year-old labourer from Onderneeming Sand Pit, has been charged with robbery under arms, contrary to Section 164 of the Criminal Law […]

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Three Men Arrested for Cocaine Possession in Essequibo Coast

Police in Regional Division Two have apprehended three men following the discovery of a significant quantity of cocaine during a stop-and-search operation on the Suddie Public Road on Thursday around 17:05 hours. Officers from the Suddie Police Station were conducting routine checks when they stopped a white Toyota Fielder Wagon, registration number HD 2872. The […]

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70-Year-Old Man Charged with Rape of Minor in Essequibo

Arnold Gonzales, a 70-year-old pensioner and labourer from 1½ miles, Bartica, appeared in the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court on Thursday to face charges of raping a child under the age of 16. The allegations involve a seven-year-old girl from Essequibo Coast, with the incident reportedly occurring between January 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020, in […]

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Young Man Fined $370,000 for Multiple Traffic Offences in Essequibo

A 20-year-old man from the Charity Housing Scheme has been fined a total of $370,000 after pleading guilty to several traffic-related offences at the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court. The individual, identified as Ovid Williams, appeared before Magistrate Ravindra Mohabir regarding incidents that occurred on January 21 along Charity Back Street. Williams faced charges for: Driving […]

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Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed Slams 2026 National Budget

News Source Guyana Reports | In a heated session of the National Assembly, Leader of the Opposition Azruddin Mohamed vocally criticized the 2026 National Budget, describing it as inadequate for the ordinary Guyanese and overly favorable to the friends and family of the PPP/Civic government. His remarks drew enthusiastic support from his party members, contrasting […]

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Minister Sonia Parag Defends Remarks on Opposition MP During Budget Debate

Education Minister Sonia Parag has firmly rejected allegations that she breached confidentiality by referencing sensitive information regarding Opposition Member of Parliament Gordon Barker’s attendance record during her recent presentation in the Budget debate. Barker, a teacher and representative of the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) Party, has faced scrutiny following the Minister’s comments. In her […]

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