Court Appearance for Men Accused in Mobil Gas Station Bombing

Two Guyanese men, Wayne Corriea, 44, and Ramesh Pramdeo, 51, faced charges today in the Leonora Magistrates’ Court, accused of assisting Venezuelan suspects linked to the deadly bombing at the Mobil Gas Station on Regent Street. They appeared alongside 33-year-old Venezuelan national Jennifer Rodriguez before Magistrate Alisha George. All three individuals are charged with terrorism […]

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Guyana Police Report Surge in Traffic Violations Ahead of Holiday Season

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has reported a significant increase in traffic violations, with over 200 cases logged each week, primarily for illegal parking and obstruction. This rise is largely attributed to the effectiveness of the Safe City monitoring system. Traffic Chief Mahendra Singh disclosed that the system has proven to be a vital enforcement […]

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Extradition Proceedings of Nazar and Azruddin Mohamed Continue in Georgetown

The extradition proceedings against U.S.-indicted businessman Nazar Mohamed and his son, Azruddin Mohamed, progressed on Monday at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts, where additional documents pertaining to their case were presented. Prosecutor Terrence Williams briefed reporters following the hearing, confirming that the documents submitted represent the complete set of materials provided by the United States, which […]

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Community Calls for Action After Tragic Accident Claims Life of Local Teacher

Relatives of Jerome Bernard, a 31-year-old teacher and livestock farmer, are urging the government to take immediate action to address the issue of stray animals on roadways following a tragic accident that claimed his life. Brenda Lewis, Bernard’s aunt, expressed her concerns to reporters, emphasizing the need for authorities to implement measures that prevent animals […]

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Guyana Police Force Reports Significant Decrease in Serious Crimes

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) is making notable strides in curbing serious crime through a combination of intelligence, technology, and community engagement. In 2025, the country has recorded the lowest levels of serious offenses in the past decade, with 801 fewer serious crimes reported, a drop from 1,070 in 2024. Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum shared […]

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Government Addresses Concerns Over Bullying and Reckless Driving

The Government is taking decisive action to tackle growing concerns over bullying, reckless driving, and other societal issues, particularly those affecting children. Minister of Human Services and Social Protection, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, announced that consultations are underway among the Ministries of Education, Human Services, and Home Affairs to identify solutions for these challenges. Dr. Persaud […]

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Woman Charged and Fined for Illegal Animal Importation

Elizebath Chung, also known as “Liza,” a 40-year-old chef from Albertown and Alexander Village, was arrested on November 22, 2025, at the Bina Hill Police Checkpoint in Region 9. She was found importing ten dogs without the necessary permit. Chung was charged with importing a terrestrial animal without a permit, in violation of Section 22(1) […]

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Jeremy Smith Sentenced for Cyber Crime

Just over a year after being charged with stealing private photographs from his ex-girlfriend’s phone and posting them on social media, 34-year-old Jeremy Smith has been sentenced to 24 months in jail and fined $2.5 million for cyber crime offenses related to the photo leak. Smith, an IT Technician, was originally charged in July 2024 […]

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Guyana Power & Light Inc. Update

Attention Customers: Our team has discovered that a coconut tree has fallen onto a section of our network. As a result, customers from Belle Plaine to Zeelandia and Maria’s Pleasure will continue to experience interruptions in their electricity supply. The team is currently on-site and actively working to remove the tree. We appreciate your patience […]

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Message from Minister Vindhya Vasini Persaud

Minister Vindhya Vasini Persaud has expressed her condolences to the family of Nayomi Singh, a teenager from Essequibo who tragically lost her life in a recent road accident. In her statement, she shared: “Condolences to the family in Essequibo who lost a teenager, Nayomi Singh… another accident on the road. It is painful to see […]

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Message from Minister Priya Manickchand

In a heartfelt message, Minister Priya Manickchand emphasized the importance of road safety, particularly concerning speeding. She stated: “Listen, I have zero problems with telling anyone driving me to slow down. To stop speeding. That I am not late. And that I am uncomfortable with the speed at which they are going. The people who […]

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U.S. Embassy Guyana: Successful Passing Exercise Enhances Military Coordination

On Saturday, November 22, the U.S. Navy and the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) successfully completed a Passing Exercise (PASSEX) in Guyana’s territorial waters. The exercise involved the USS Mahan and the GDFS Shahoud, aimed at strengthening coordination and enhancing interoperability between the two forces. This collaboration is vital for future tactical and contingency operations with […]

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Tragic Loss of Mother and Newborn Sparks Outrage

The We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party is expressing deep outrage over the tragic deaths of Latoya Griffith, a 36-year-old mother, and her newborn baby, who both lost their lives following childbirth on November 20, 2025. Latoya leaves behind three children, now facing an unimaginable future without their mother’s love and guidance. This heartbreaking incident […]

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No. 75 Hospital’s Blood Bank Fully Stocked — Health Director General

NCN Guyana Reports | Following the tragic accident at Number 63 Village, Corentyne, which resulted in the deaths of two individuals, the Director General of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Vishwa Mahadeo, has confirmed that the blood bank at Number 75 Hospital is “fully stocked.” The accident involved a minibus transporting school children from a […]

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