The Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) recorded an estimated $433.9 million in street value from narcotics seized during 2025, with cocaine and cannabis accounting for more than 99 per cent of the total value, according to its 2025 Public Briefing. CANU reported that the total estimated street value of seizures for the year stood at GYD […]
CRIME
Linden Businessman Fatally Shot at Home
A Linden businessman was shot and killed at his residence on Wednesday afternoon, allegedly by two masked gunmen. The dead man has been identified as Amar Jones. Details surrounding the incident remain unclear as investigations are ongoing. This latest killing marks the second shooting incident to rock Region 10 within the past 24 hours. Police […]
Three Admit to Killing Chinese National Following Canje Robbery-Murder
Police in Region Six have arrested three suspects who have admitted to their involvement in the robbery and fatal attack on two Chinese nationals at Cumberland Village, East Canje, Berbice, which claimed the life of 61-year-old businessman Chen Yongping. Regional Commander Shivpersaud Bacchus, in an update to Berbice media, confirmed that the suspects—a 17-year-old male […]
Chicken Farmer Shot Dead While in Bed
Police in Linden have launched an investigation into the fatal shooting of chicken farmer Dion Ramdyhan, who was riddled with bullets while lying in bed at his home in Bamia, along the Soesdyke–Linden Highway. Preliminary information indicates that the incident occurred during the night, though the exact time and circumstances remain under investigation. Police have […]
Early-Morning Knife Attack in East Canje Leaves Businessman Dead, Another Injured
Police are investigating an alleged murder following a violent early-morning attack at Cumberland Village, East Canje, Berbice, which claimed the life of a 61-year-old businessman. The incident occurred at about 05:00 hrs on Monday, December 22, 2025, and resulted in the death of Chen Yongping and injuries to a 32-year-old businessman of the same address. […]
OPR ranks honoured as complaints drop and accountability efforts strengthen
Ranks from the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) were honoured on Thursday for their outstanding work over the past year, as the department hosted its Annual Christmas Luncheon and Award Ceremony at the Police Officers’ Mess Annexe. The activity, chaired by Superintendent Elton Baird, highlighted the unit’s achievements and the efforts of ranks who helped […]
Drunk driver crashes at Alness, kills passenger
Police in Berbice are probing a late-night crash along the Alness Public Road that claimed the life of a Corentyne man. The accident occurred around 11:20 on Thursday night when the driver of motor car PWW 6986 reportedly lost control while speeding and under the influence. The car, driven by a 31-year-old man from John’s […]
Jury Empaneled for Berbice Child Rape Trial
A 12-member jury was empaneled on Monday at the Berbice High Court for the trial of 29-year-old Sanjay Peters, who is accused of raping a five-year-old boy. Peters, of Lot 127 Williamsburg, Corentyne, appeared before Justice Sandil Kissoon, where he entered a not-guilty plea to the charge. The indictment alleges that Peters engaged in sexual […]
OBEAH MAN IN HEELS IDENTIFIED
The person who assaulted a biker on Sunday while doing a ritual at Zeelugt, East Bank Essequibo, road, causing traffic to come to a halt, has been positively identified as Mahendra Teekah, also called “Ravie.” According to the police, he is in custody. The victim is alleged to be in a stable condition and has […]
OBEAH MAN IN HEELS WHO BRUTALLY ASSAULTED BIKER IN CUSTODY
SEE BELOW STATEMENT FROM GPF: Police in Regional Division #3 are investigating an alleged assault incident that occurred on Sunday November 30, 2025, about 20:00hrs at Fisher Dam Access Road, Zeelugt, East Bank Essequibo. Initial investigations revealed that a collision occurred when a 25-year-old male Construction Worker of Zeelugt North was proceeding on an electric […]