Police have arrested Travis Brewster, also known as “Turpin,” a miner from Victory Valley, Wismar, Linden, who was wanted in connection with two separate murder investigations. According to a statement from Police Headquarters, Brewster was apprehended on Monday at approximately 3:35 PM in the area of 14 Mile, Issano Landing, following the issuance of a […]
Two women have been remanded to prison after police discovered over 300 pounds of ganja during a stop-and-search operation last weekend. The women, Shamay Bryan, 33, and Sarafina Cheddy, both from Smithfield, New Amsterdam, were arraigned this morning before Magistrate Michelle Matthias at the Blairmont Magistrate’s Court. The charges against them include possession of narcotics […]
Authorities are investigating a tragic traffic accident that occurred late Sunday night, January 25, 2026, around 11:30 PM on the Diamond New Interlink Road. The incident involved a minibus and a motor car, resulting in the death of Jason Bhojedat, a 33-year-old driver from Annandale, East Coast Demerara, and leaving injuries to a 31-year-old passenger […]
In a pointed message shared on Facebook, Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed emphasized his commitment to his role, vowing to provide rigorous scrutiny of the government’s actions. Reflecting on his six-hour and thirty-seven-minute session in Parliament, he expressed concern over the government’s proposed $1.558 trillion budget, which he claims offers little for the average citizen. Mohamed […]
Two men were fined after pleading guilty to multiple traffic-related offences when they appeared before the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court last Friday. Jason Conway, a 20-year-old labourer from the Richmond Housing Scheme, faced charges for failing to display an identification mark on the rear of his vehicle, contrary to Section 13 of the Motor Vehicle […]
A man and a teenager were brought to justice last Friday in connection with an armed robbery that occurred earlier this month, targeting a Chinese national on the Essequibo Coast. The suspects appeared at the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court, where one was remanded and the other received a sentence. Carlos Anthony Scott, a 26-year-old labourer […]
Withdrawals totaling US$2.463 billion were made from Guyana’s Natural Resource Fund (NRF) throughout 2025 to support national development priorities under Budget 2025, adhering to the provisions set forth by the Natural Resource Fund Act of 2021 and the approvals granted by the National Assembly. The announcement came from Dr. Singh during his presentation of the […]
A 38-year-old taxi driver from East Ruimveldt, Jeremy Rodrigues, was charged with unlawful wounding during an appearance on Wednesday at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts. Rodrigues was brought before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty in relation to an incident that occurred on December 29, 2025, in which another individual, Emperor Headley, was reportedly unlawfully and maliciously […]
Newly elected Leader of the Opposition party, We Invest in Nationhood (WIN), businessman and political figure Azruddin Mohamed has committed to a vigorous campaign aimed at uncovering what he characterizes as systemic corruption within the Government of Guyana. Following his confirmation as party leader, Mohamed announced that WIN will enhance its role as a watchdog […]
Six individuals have been charged with failing to report an unnatural death following the incident involving Jamal Bourne, also known as ‘Skinny,’ who allegedly shot himself during a Facebook Live broadcast on January 18, 2026. The accused were arrested on January 20, 2026, and formally charged on January 26, 2026. The individuals charged are: Shiloh […]
In a significant crackdown on road safety, the Guyana Police Force (GPF) Traffic Department reported more than 3,000 traffic offences in just one week. From January 18 to January 24, 2026, a total of 3,279 cases were documented, with speeding identified as the most prevalent violation. During this enforcement period, police charged 1,170 motorists for […]
Jason Bhojedat, a 33-year-old Chemist and Distillery Plant Manager at Demerara Distillers Limited, tragically lost his life in a late-night accident on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Bhojedat was driving a small bus along the Farm Public Road when a speeding car collided with the back of the bus, causing the vehicle to flip over multiple […]
During a session of the National Assembly on Monday, Speaker Manzoor Nadir condemned remarks made by newly elected Leader of the Opposition, Azruddin Mohamed, warning that such comments could lead to a review by the Privileges Committee if they are found to violate parliamentary rules. At the start of the session, Nadir congratulated all Members […]
Azruddin Mohamed of We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) was declared Guyana’s new Leader of the Opposition on Monday following an election held among Opposition Members of Parliament at the Parliament Buildings. The election, convened by Speaker of the National Assembly Manzoor Nadir, took place ahead of the presentation of the 2026 National Budget, formally establishing […]
The Ministry of Health has expressed regret over an unfortunate incident that occurred at the New Amsterdam Hospital involving a patient, Ms. Kelisha Pestano, aged 26. On January 14, 2026, at 22:24 hours, Ms. Pestano presented to the hospital with complaints of lower back pain and mild vaginal bleeding, without uterine contractions. After thorough assessment, […]
Authorities are urging the victim of an assault, captured on video, to step forward as the investigation into the incident continues. The altercation took place around 14:00 hours on Saturday, January 25, 2026, at a park in La Jalousie. The incident gained attention after a video showing three males assaulting another man began circulating on […]
The price of gold has reached an unprecedented high, surpassing $5,000 (£3,659) per ounce for the first time, continuing a remarkable rally that saw the precious metal increase by over 60% in 2025. This surge is largely attributed to rising tensions between the US and NATO regarding Greenland, alongside burgeoning concerns over financial and geopolitical […]
The Guyana Police Force has launched an investigation into an assault incident that took place on Saturday, January 25, 2026, around 14:00 hours at First Lady Park. The event, which was captured on video and has since circulated widely on social media, shows three males assaulting another male. Preliminary investigations indicate that, immediately after the […]
On January 23, 2026, members of We Invest in Nationhood (WIN), led by MP Tabitha Sarabo-Halley, visited Leopold Street, Werk-en-Rust, to engage with residents and address their concerns. During these discussions, residents expressed significant apprehension regarding efforts to take control of the community club and the adjacent community ground. In response to these concerns, residents […]
Chancellor of the Judiciary (ag) Justice Roxane George has instructed the Court of Appeal of the Supreme Court of Judicature to launch a significant backlog-reduction effort aimed at clearing over 2,000 appeals and applications filed between January 1, 1996, and December 31, 2024. In a recent press release, the Court acknowledged the frustrations expressed by […]
