In response to the recent tragic deaths of a 70-year-old man and a 22-year-old pregnant woman who jumped from their wards, the Georgetown Public Hospital is taking immediate steps to enhance patient safety. Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony announced these measures as part of a commitment to prevent similar incidents in the future. The incidents […]
Tesha De Courte, the mother of two children who tragically drowned during Phagwah celebrations, is speaking out against claims of neglect in the wake of their deaths, emphasizing her deep hurt by public commentary. In an emotional interview with the News Room, De Courte asserted, “I just lost two children, and the neighborhood can testify […]
Credible Sources Reports | A student from Buxton Secondary School was struck by a motorcycle earlier today along the Strathspey Public Road, near Vigilance, leaving the child injured on the roadway while awaiting medical assistance. According to reports from witnesses at the scene, the student lay on the ground for over 20 minutes before an […]
Ronley Floyd Bynoe, a Guyanese-born individual, has been extradited to the United States to face multiple fraud-related charges, as confirmed by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). According to a statement from the DPP’s Chambers, Bynoe was extradited on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. He had been held at the Georgetown Camp Street Prison while awaiting […]
Eshell Crighton took to Facebook to share her frustration and plea for justice following a tragic incident involving her son. On September 29, 2025, her son was reportedly knocked down by a teacher in the school compound during lunchtime while she was driving into the Leonora Primary School grounds. According to Crighton’s post, the day […]
Relatives of 28-year-old Trelon Frank believe he may have died from electrocution after visible burn marks were discovered on his body following his death on Monday. Frank’s mother, Nicola Christian, who resides at Lot 172 Levi Dam, Angoy’s Avenue, New Amsterdam, Berbice, noted that the burns on her son’s hands and back strongly indicate that […]
A 59-year-old miner was taken into custody on Tuesday after he was found in possession of over a pound of suspected cannabis during a stop-and-search operation at the Itaballi Police Checkpoint. According to a statement from Police Headquarters, officers halted a motor vehicle bearing trade plates as part of their routine checks. During the search, […]
In a significant development on Tuesday, law enforcement officials uncovered an AK-47 rifle, a pistol, and matching ammunition in an empty lot at Ulverston Village, Corentyne, as they investigated a series of recent robberies in the area. According to police reports, the discovery was made during an inquiry into robberies that had occurred in Rose […]
A powerful message against corruption resonated through the halls of the Guyana Police Force on Wednesday, as Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken firmly stated that bribery within the ranks will no longer be tolerated. In a candid address to officers assembled for the opening of the Guyana Police Force Sergeants’ Conference, Hicken emphasized the seriousness […]
For Diana Parasram, dialysis is not just a medical treatment; it is the lifeline that sustains her existence after being diagnosed with kidney failure. This long and challenging journey mirrors the struggles faced by countless patients whose kidneys can no longer function independently. Dialysis became essential for her survival, as it removes waste and excess […]
Riyad Ahmad, a 23-year-old resident of Happy Acres, East Coast Demerara, appeared at the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, to respond to charges of dangerous driving and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. The charges stem from a February 11 incident in Kitty, where Ahmad is accused of jumping a stop sign, colliding […]
It is with deep sorrow that I extend my sincere condolences to the parents, family, and loved ones of Jadon De Courte and Tianna De Courte following the heartbreaking tragedy at Melanie Damishana/Enterprise. The loss of a child is among the most profound sorrows a family can endure. The passing of these two young lives, […]
Guyana Times Reports | A tragic incident occurred on Sunday evening when Arvindo Mahaballi, a 43-year-old laborer and father of two, was struck and killed along Lusignan Public Road, East Coast Demerara, while reportedly on his way home for dinner. The accident happened around 19:18h and involved a motor vehicle (PAK 2521) driven by a […]
As violent clashes in the Middle East persist, Guyana is taking steps to ensure the safety and support of its small diaspora in the affected region. Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister Hugh Todd stated that the ministry is in active contact with Guyana’s embassies in Doha and Kuwait to provide support for Guyanese nationals […]
Two individuals have been arrested after approximately seven kilograms of cocaine were discovered in their possession. This operation was carried out by officers of the Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) on Monday. The intelligence-led operation took place on Hadfield Street, where CANU officers intercepted a motorcycle bearing registration number CL 4761. During a thorough search of […]
The police are investigating an alleged drowning that occurred on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, between 08:00hrs and 11:05hrs at the Melanie Damishana/Enterprise Access Road. This tragic incident resulted in the deaths of Jadon De Courte, 10, and Tianna De Courte, 8, both pupils from the local Melanie Damishana school. Preliminary investigations indicate that around 08:00hrs […]
As we celebrate the vibrant Festival of Holi, I urge everyone to take a moment to remember Jadon and Tianna De Court, who tragically lost their lives today due to drowning in Melanie, East Coast Demerara. At just 10 and 8 years old, respectively, they were merely trying to fill their water guns to partake […]
Adrian Deane, a 33-year-old Guyanese male from Good Hope, has been charged with several offences, including: Driving Whilst Breath Alcohol Level Exceeded the Prescribed Limit, contrary to Section 39(A)(1) of the Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic Act. Failing to Carry Identification Mark (Front), contrary to Section 13 of the Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic Act. […]
Einstein Farouse, a 61-year-old Guyanese male from Lot 4 Lima, has been charged with Driving Whilst Breath Alcohol Level Exceeded the Prescribed Limit, in violation of Section 39(A)(1) of the Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic Act, as amended by the Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic (Amendment) Act 17/2022. The offence occurred on Sunday, February 15, […]
Odike Headly appeared in the Mabaruma Magistrate’s Court on Monday, March 2, 2026, before His Worship Mr. Clive Nurse, to face charges of Driving Under the Influence (D.U.I.). After the charge was read in open court, Headly pleaded guilty. He was fined $200,000, with a sentence of three months’ imprisonment imposed if he fails to […]
