Concern is growing for the safety of 38-year-old Chandini Persaud, also known as Savi, who has been reported missing since Saturday, November 15, 2025. Friends and family have raised alarms after failing to make contact with her over the past few days. The last confirmed communication with Savi occurred on Thursday, November 13, while her […]
Minister Deodat Indar, who serves within the Ministry of Public Works, has announced that he has filed a formal complaint with the Cyber Crime Division at Police CID headquarters in response to a Facebook post by a user named Annie Khemraj, which he claims aims to damage his reputation. In a statement made today, Indar […]
Justice Sandil Kissoon sentenced Anthony Patterson to 10 years in prison for raping a child under the age of 16. Patterson, from New Amsterdam, was arrested on April 21, 2024, after reportedly luring a 12-year-old girl into his home and assaulting her. He had pleaded guilty to the charge and was remanded at the New […]
The Guyana Police Force has reported that 15 officers are currently facing criminal charges this year, with more than half of them implicated in rape cases. Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum revealed that eight officers are facing rape charges, while one is charged with murder. Other offenses include drug trafficking and causing death by dangerous driving. […]
The Universal Church in Guyana announced the removal of a pastor involved in a heated confrontation with a driver over parked vehicles outside the church on Charlotte Street. The incident occurred on Monday and was captured on video. During the altercation, the pastor objected to the driver’s car being parked on the parapet, where no-parking […]
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, expressed serious concerns about the treatment of men seeking help for abuse at police stations. Speaking at the Men’s Wellness Symposium at Herdmanston Lodge, she highlighted that ridicule and mockery often deter men from reporting their experiences. Dr. Persaud noted that when men muster the […]
Cardiologist Dr. Mahendra Carpen issued a stark warning at the Men’s Wellness Symposium, emphasizing that men are dying years earlier than women due to heart disease, lung cancer, accidents, and suicide, compounded by a culture of avoiding medical help. Speaking on International Men’s Day at Herdmanston Lodge, Dr. Carpen noted that men in the Caribbean […]
Haulice London, 41, and her 19-year-old daughter, Maria London, joyfully celebrated their graduation from the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE), marking a unique milestone in their lives. Haulice, who taught at Little Treasures Academy for 19 years before moving to Bush Lot Nursery School in January 2025, shared that attending CPCE was a long-held […]
Traffic Chief Mahendra Singh announced that the Safe Road Intelligence System has proven to be an effective tool for traffic enforcement, having issued over 15,000 speeding tickets since its launch in April 2025. At the launch of the Guyana Police Force’s Christmas Policing Plan, Singh highlighted the role of smart cameras and road-monitoring technology in […]
NBC News Reports | 21-year-old transgender TikTok influencer Girlalala was shot and killed following an argument with her boyfriend, Shanoyd Whyte Jr., 25. The incident occurred in Whyte’s vehicle, where authorities say a verbal fight escalated to physical violence. Girlalala was found with multiple gunshot wounds outside a home and was pronounced dead at a […]
The We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) team has further demonstrated its commitment to supporting vulnerable communities with another successful Hamper Giving Friday, this time providing essential relief to families in Waiakabra and Yarrowkabra. Among the recipients were senior citizens and individuals battling chronic illnesses, as well as people with disabilities who struggle to live on […]
Twenty-three-year-old Heimraj Ramjewan, a labourer from Lot 23 Parika Outfall, Essequibo, has been remanded to prison following his appearance at the Mabaruma Magistrate’s Court via Zoom. He faced a charge of unlawful possession of a firearm without a license. Upon the charge being read to him, Ramjewan pleaded guilty and was subsequently remanded. The case […]
Eyon Moore, a 51-year-old resident of Two Miles Potaro, appeared before His Worship Mr. Tariq Mohamed at the Bartica Magistrate’s Court to answer to three charges related to traffic offenses. Charges and Penalties: Driving Under the Influence: Moore pleaded guilty to driving a motor vehicle with a breath alcohol level exceeding the prescribed limit and […]
Regional Democratic Council Region No.6 Reports | The remote community of Baracara has welcomed its first Medex in nearly a decade, marking a significant enhancement to healthcare delivery in the region. Kerron Caesar, a proud son of the village, has returned home after completing his medical training to serve his community. Caesar’s educational journey began […]
The Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development informs residents of Kingston and Tiger Bay that the ongoing bulky waste removal exercise has been temporarily paused for the remainder of the day due to significant traffic congestion in the area. As of now, crews have successfully removed 23 truckloads of bulky waste, demonstrating steady progress […]
Guyana’s sprint star, Keliza Smith, showcased her athletic prowess by earning a bronze medal in the Women’s 100m final at the Islamic Solidarity Games, held on Tuesday at the Prince Faisal Bin Fahad Stadium. Smith clocked an impressive time of 11.59 seconds, narrowly missing her season-best of 11.45 seconds, after previously winning her heat. In […]
The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) expressed deep sadness following the passing of five-time national triple jump champion Domon Williams, who succumbed after a period of illness. In a statement released on Tuesday night, the AAG reflected on Williams’ commitment to excellence, noting that it was evident every time he competed with focus, determination, and […]
Almost five years after the tragic stabbing of 21-year-old Vanessa Benjamin, a mother of two, Jamal Angus, 29, has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for manslaughter. This ruling was handed down by Justice Sandil Kissoon in the High Court in Berbice following Angus’ guilty plea to the lesser charge. Angus was originally charged […]
Shane Samaroo, also known as ‘Travis Cortis,’ has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for the fatal assault of Faroze Khan, nicknamed ‘Eggy,’ which occurred on August 19, 2021. The ruling was delivered by Justice Sandil Kissoon at the Berbice High Court. On the day of the incident, Khan was walking past a grocery […]
The Ministry of Education is actively investigating a distressing incident at Uitvlugt Primary School, where six-year-old Demetri Morrison suffered a severe injury after allegedly being bullied by a classmate. The young boy was left with a deep, bloodied gash on his tongue, requiring 18 stitches. Demetri’s mother, Christina Seeraj, expressed her outrage and frustration on […]
