UPDATE: Suspect in custody for mini bus driver’s murder

Police are investigating the murder of Tedroy James, a route 32 minibus driver which occurred about 11:30hrs today (July, 11) at McDoom Public Road, East Bank Demerara, during which several passengers were robbed of personal items.

Police investigation so far revealed that James who was driving minibus BTT 976 stopped to put off a passenger whom he picked up on the West Coast of Demerara, at McDoom.

At the time there were several passengers in the bus which was en route to Georgetown; as the male passenger was about to disembark the vehicle, two male suspects, one armed with a handgun, pounced on the unsuspecting passengers and began to rob them.

The driver on observing what was happening attempted to drive away and was shot in his back. He was rushed to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation where he was pronounced dead on arrival.

Statements obtained. One suspect in custody, according to police.

Construction work at Camp Street prison begins

The Ministry of Public Infrastructure wishes to advise the general public, particularly those living in close proximity, that construction works will be ongoing over the next 72 hours at the Camp Street Prison. These works will include the removal of debris from the site. As a result, members of the public are being advised to expect related construction noises.

Furthermore, motorists and pedestrians are also asked to take note and exercise caution.

We sincerely regret any inconveniences these works will cause and urge citizens to remain patient as we strive to address this national issue together.

PRISON UPDATE: Eight prisoners on the run

Director of Prisons, Gladwin Samuels speaking to the Department of Public Information (DPI) has confirmed that there are 8 fugitives on the run.

He also confirmed that 1 escapee was recaptured. It is now confirmed that 9 prisoners escaped on Sunday.

Prisoners at large:
Uree Varswyck aka Malcolm Gordon
Mark Royden Durant aka Royden Williams
Stafrei Hopkenson Alexander
The Guyana Police Force will issue Wanted Bulletins for the other 5 fugitives shortly, according to DPI.

Murder accused Uree Voswick.

Guns found in barrel at Shipping Corporation wharf

Two pistols with matching rounds were today (July, 11) discovered in a barrel at the Guyana National Shipping Corporation (GNSC) wharf, Georgetown.

According to reports, the illegal weapons were shipped to Guyana in a barrel with a motorbike engine to a female in West Ruimveldt, Georgetown.

Police investigations are ongoing into the incident.

VIDEO: Minibus driver killed during attempted robbery

The driver has been identified as Tedroy James, 35. He hails from Suddie, Essequibo Coast. This news outlet understands that the man stopped to offload passengers when two men rode up alongside him and opened fire. We will bring you more details once it becomes available.

In the video below his sister is being taken by police to the Georgetown Public Hospital (GPHC) to identify her brother’s body. 

VIDEO: Kidnapped taxi driver remains missing, getaway car found abandoned, as jail break probe continues

https://youtu.be/u1gxlwNl69Q

The wife of 22-year-old Matthew Shivtahal, the taxi driver who was reportedly held hostage Sunday evening by four men who reportedly started a fire at the Camp Street, Georgetown prison then staged a daring escape in the man’s car with him inside is still missing, even after his burgundy Toyota 212 has been found.

His wife, Roshni Shivtahal is speaking out and hoping for her husband’s safe return.

City Magistrate grants bail for petty crimes offender at Lusignan prison

Camp Street Prisoners who are being held temporarily at the Lusignan Prison are being granted bail for a number of petty and non-violent crimes by Magistrate Peter Hugh.

This is part of Government’s step to reduce the overcrowding at the prison, following the unrest in the City Sunday evening.

Magistrate Hugh is meeting in a temporary court setting at the Cecil Kilkenny Prison Officers’ Training School.

The 1000 prisoners who were being at the City Prison were transferred to various locations in Georgetown following a fire which destroyed most of the buildings in the prison compound.

UPDATE FROM NATIONAL SECURITY MEETING: Public Security Minister says situation is under control

Minister of Public Security Khemraj Ramjattan says that situation is under control, arrangements are being put in place to better accommodate prisoners at Lusignan.

Business owners, ministries, and public were thanked for assisting law enforcement officials in transporting prisoners. Additionally, alternative sentencing arrangements are being put in place for certain categories of remand prisoners.

Some prisoners are currently being transferred to other prison locations. Prime Minister Moses Nagamootoo urges citizens to be calm and urges media operatives to only disseminate accurate information from official sources.