A tragic accident claimed the life of Jeremiah Shameem, a 21-year-old welder, after he was crushed by a motor lorry while riding his bicycle along the Bagotstown Public Road, East Bank Demerara (EBD), on Friday. Shameem, also known as “Nicholas,” recently celebrated his 21st birthday on December 31. He hailed from Bagotstown and had been […]
Kwesi McKay, a 29-year-old vendor from Georgetown, was released on $20,000 bail on Friday after denying two charges related to the alleged assault of visiting content creator Anthony D’Oliveira near the La Penitence Market earlier this month. McKay, who operates his vending business at the corner of Water and Cowan Streets, appeared before Chief Magistrate […]
Two men from Berbice were remanded to prison following their arrest during a police operation on Thursday at Strathspey Public Road, East Demerara. The men, Travis Thomas, 35, of Glasgow Village, and Trendy Forde, 31, of Heath Burn, were charged with possession of 21.5 kilograms of cannabis. When the charges were read to them in […]
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) has announced that its Media Monitoring Unit (MMU) has noted a video circulating on social media dated January 8, 2026, in which businessman Nazar Mohamed allegedly made concerning racial remarks. In a statement, the ERC confirmed that the MMU has captured and recorded the statements in question as part of […]
Anil Nandlall, Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, has revealed that discussions are underway with the Acting Chancellor of the Judiciary, Justice Roxane George, to establish a statutory framework to regulate juries in Guyana. He noted that the current regulations governing juries are outdated and lack a proper statutory basis. “The chancellor and I […]
The preparation of the 2026 National Budget has commenced, but the opposition coalition APNU is voicing concerns over a perceived lack of consultation regarding the budget plans and programs. The budget is expected to be presented to the National Assembly by the end of January or early February. Aubrey Norton, Chairman of APNU and Leader […]
Michael Raymond Haralall Tamassar, the 88-year-old pensioner whose body was discovered on Tuesday, died from heart failure, according to an autopsy report. The post-mortem examination was conducted on Friday at the Memorial Gardens Mortuary by government pathologist Dr. Nehaul Singh. A release from the police stated that Tamassar passed away sometime between 07:00 and 09:38 […]
Businessman Azruddin Mohamed, 38, of Lot 19, Public Road, Houston EBD, has been charged with multiple traffic offenses and granted bail totaling $65,000. According to a release from the Guyana Police Force, Mohamed was charged on November 14, 2025, at Whim Magistrate Court. The charges include: Prohibited tinted glass Obscured ID mark Unlicensed motor vehicle […]
Traffic Chief Mahendra Singh has issued a stern warning to motorists regarding improper parking along roadways. In an interview with the News Room on Friday, Singh stated that vehicles parked beyond the road shoulder and into the driving lane will face ticketing or charges for obstruction or dangerous parking. Enforcement measures have already commenced. “We […]
Omesh Deodat, a 21-year-old resident of Atlantic Gardens, and Sebastian De Freitas, a 35-year-old resident of Earl’s Court, La Bonne Intention, have been arrested and charged with Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol. The duo was apprehended on Monday, January 5, 2026, and subsequently charged on Thursday, January 8, 2026. They appeared today at Sparendaam […]
Ken McPherson, known as ‘Gods,’ a 32-year-old gold miner from Lot 53, Litchfield Village, West Coast Berbice, has been arrested and charged with Attempt to Commit Murder. The arrest took place on Thursday, August 18, 2025, following a shooting incident involving Shamar Adrian at 14 Miles Issano Landing, Middle Mazaruni River. Today, January 9, 2026, […]
Less than a month after a 12-member jury at the Berbice High Court found three men guilty of the robbery-murder of 82-year-old Chandarie “Aunty Dayo” Budhoo, each was sentenced to 35 years in prison on Friday. The convicted men—Dhannyram Ramdhanny, 35, Kumar Bhagwandin, 29, and Navindra Chillu, 25—all from Corentyne, were responsible for the fatal […]
News Source Guyana Reports | In the ongoing extradition case concerning Nazar and Azruddin Mohamed, Special Prosecutor Terrence Williams has requested that the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court reschedule the hearing to an earlier date than previously agreed upon. Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman had initially set the case for February 5 and 6, 2026, after Williams cited […]
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has reported that 130 murders and 124 accidents resulting in 137 road traffic deaths were recorded for the year 2025. In a statement, the Force emphasized that annual crime and traffic statistics undergo a structured process of compilation, verification, and approval before being made public. This procedure is critical to […]
The Guyana Traffic Chief, Mahendra Singh, reported that a total of 124 fatal road accidents resulting in 137 deaths were recorded in 2025, indicating a slight increase compared to the previous year. In 2024, there were 117 fatal accidents leading to 132 deaths. Speaking with the News Room on Friday, Singh highlighted that while the […]
Popular TikTok personality Reshie Mangal, better known online as “TikTok Uncle,” was arrested by police on Wednesday evening and subsequently released on $100,000 bail on Thursday morning. Mangal’s arrest has ignited outrage among his supporters, especially following a viral video posted by entertainer Elsa Lisa. In the video, members of Mangal’s fan base rallied for […]
Sports Journalist Rawle Toney Highlights | The Guyana sporting fraternity is in deep mourning following the passing of former FIFA referee Maurees Skeete, who lost her courageous battle with cancer. Skeete’s journey in sports was marked by excellence and discipline, showcasing her commitment both on and off the field. A proud member of the Guyana […]
The Guyana Police Force has ramped up enforcement against dangerous driving, resulting in multiple motorists being charged, fined, and brought before the courts this week for offenses captured by traffic cameras, including speeding and third-lane violations. These measures are part of the continued rollout of the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS), a joint initiative of […]
Big Smith News Watch Reports | TikTok personality Reshie Mangal is one of three individuals being sought by the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) after multiple unsuccessful attempts to reach them regarding matters filed with the Commission. In a public notice, the ERC specifically requested that Mangal, along with Tyrese Algernon and Orlando Xavier Ferreira, make […]
News Source Guyana Reports | The Guyana Police Force appears to be unresponsive regarding inquiries about the country’s murder rate for the year 2025. News Source has repeatedly sought information on the number of murders recorded from January 1 to December 31, 2025, but has received no updates. Despite sending questions to the Joint Services […]
