Rushana Hopkinson, a 28-year-old data entry clerk from Lot 77 Section C, Golden Grove, East Coast Demerara, was arrested on February 22, 2026, by Corporal 22954 Kendall of the Turkeyen Police Station. She has been charged with Causing Death by Dangerous Driving, in violation of Section 35(1) of the Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic Act, […]
Rayon Benn, a 33-year-old construction worker from Bushlot, Essequibo Coast, has been charged with the offense of Dangerous Driving, in contravention of Section 36 (1) of the Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic Act, Chapter 51:02. The charge arises from an incident involving 82-year-old Terrence Williams, a pensioner residing at Lot 38 Suddie Housing Scheme, Essequibo […]
Mark Grant, a 30-year-old laborer of Lot 502 Onderneeming Sand Pit, Essequibo Coast, has been charged with several offenses regarding his conduct while driving. The charges stem from an incident that occurred on Saturday, February 7, 2026, on Mainstay Public Road. The charges against Grant include: Driving Whilst Breath Alcohol Level Exceeded the Prescribed Limit, […]
In a recent Facebook post, Hon. Deodat Indar MP addressed concerns from PNC member Ganesh Mahipaul regarding the Wakenaam Solar PV Hybrid System, outlining key facts about the project and its current status. Indar clarified that the Wakenaam Solar PV Farm and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) was not funded by the Government of Guyana. […]
Patients, healthcare workers, and visitors to the Diamond Regional Hospital on the East Bank of Demerara can soon look forward to safer and easier access, as the Ministry of Housing and the Central Housing and Planning Authority advance construction of new parking facilities aimed at reducing congestion and improving traffic flow in the area. “The […]
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security shared a heartwarming moment on Facebook, showcasing Minister Vindhya Persaud’s special visit to Ms. Eileen Walrond just days before her remarkable 100th birthday, celebrated this Saturday. During her visit to Granny Eileen’s home in South Ruimveldt, the two enjoyed a delightful afternoon filled with laughter and stories. […]
I News Guyana Reports. A patient at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) tragically lost his life this afternoon after jumping from the second-floor male surgical ward. Details surrounding the incident remain scarce as authorities continue to investigate. This incident follows another tragic event last month, when 22-year-old Marissa Eastman, a pregnant woman, died after […]
President Irfaan Ali of Guyana is scheduled to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump on March 7 in Miami to discuss crucial issues related to regional security and other challenges facing the Caribbean. The announcement was made by President Ali following a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the 50th regular meeting […]
In a heated exchange during the ongoing extradition case involving the Mohamed family, Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman was petitioned to bar Prosecuting Attorney Glen Hanoman from further participation in the proceedings following accusations that he labeled the Mohameds as the “biggest criminals.” The incident occurred this morning as Defense Attorney Siand Dhurjon cross-examined Sharon Roopchand, […]
A 69-year-old shop owner from Rose Hall, Berbice, is grappling with trauma following a recent robbery carried out by three armed, masked men. Shanie Ramsingh, the proprietor of Shanie’s Grocery and Off-Licence Liquor Store, located at lot 75 Reef Section, recounted her harrowing experience to reporters. The incident occurred around 9:00 PM on Monday while […]
Henrick Serrao, a 39-year-old resident of Cummings Lodge, tragically lost his life on Friday morning following a motorcycle accident on Dennis Street, Sophia, Georgetown. According to police reports, the incident occurred around 3:00 AM, near the Juvenile Holding Centre. The accident involved a motor vehicle, PLL 6764, driven by a 22-year-old male from ‘B’ Field, […]
The Guyana Police Force has announced that it is taking action on all relevant offences in the case of a 15-year-old girl who was critically injured by a 28-year-old man. This incident has sparked significant public outrage and concern. The attack occurred on Tuesday evening in Heatburn Village, East Bank Berbice, where the teenager was […]
All citizens can now benefit from enhanced eye care services through the Ministry of Health’s expanded healthcare voucher programme, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with 67 private healthcare providers on Thursday. This significant expansion removes previous age restrictions, which limited services to individuals aged 18 and younger, as well as those […]
Questions regarding the handling of extradition requests took center stage during Thursday’s hearing involving U.S.-indicted businessman Azruddin Mohamed and his father, Nazar Mohamed. Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Sharon Roopchand-Edwards, returned to the stand for further cross-examination by defense attorney Siand Dhurjon. The day primarily focused on the procedures […]
The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has initiated an investigation into two separate aircraft incidents that occurred today at Mathews Ridge, Region One. The first incident happened at approximately 7:55 AM involving a Cessna 208 Caravan, registration 8R-KAB, operated by Jags Aviation. The second incident occurred shortly after, at around 8:15 AM, and involved another […]
Tomika Todd has posted an urgent message on Facebook about her sister, Nalisa McKenzie, also known as “No No.” Nalisa was last seen on Main Street near Courts. Tomika is asking anyone with information about Nalisa’s whereabouts to call the Farm Police Station at 225-7566, extension 2215 or 4138. She is offering a small reward […]
Aleena Preetam, the 14-year-old girl who tragically passed away several days ago, died from heart failure and anaemia. This was confirmed by an autopsy conducted by Government Pathologist Dr. Nehaul Singh. Following the autopsy, her body was returned to the family for burial. Preetam died sometime between 7:30 PM on Sunday, February 22, and 5:30 […]
Shemrun Prince, a 27-year-old resident of Lot 970 North Sophia, Georgetown, was charged with unlawful wounding, in violation of Section 50 of the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 8:01. The charge was related to an incident that took place on February 21, 2026, at 111 Miles, Mahdia, Region #8, involving a 33-year-old pork knocker from […]
Jonathon Burnette, a 33-year-old pork knocker from ‘B’ Field, Sophia, Georgetown, was charged with inflicting grievous bodily harm, in violation of Section 50 of the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 8:01. This charge stemmed from an incident that occurred on February 21, 2026, at 111 Miles, Mahdia, Region #8, involving a 27-year-old bus conductor from […]
Police ranks, led by a Gazetted Officer, conducted a significant eradication exercise at Fort Nassau, Upper Berbice River, on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 5:00 AM to 4:05 PM. During the operation, authorities located two fields covering approximately six acres, where they discovered around 250,000 cannabis plants, ranging in height from two to six feet. […]
