Category: Crime and Courts
News, sport and community reporting from LRTVS Newswatch in New Amsterdam, Berbice.
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Police Sergeant Under Close Arrest after Alleged Gunfire at Beterverwagting Event
By LRTVS NewsWatch Desk Writer GUYANA — A serving police sergeant has been placed under close arrest and is facing an internal investigation after allegedly discharging several rounds into the air during an entertainment…
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Police Corporal to Face Trial over Death of 15 Year Old Annandale Student
By LRTVS NewsWatch Desk Writer GEORGETOWN — The case surrounding the death of a 15-year-old Annandale Secondary School student is heading before the courts, with Police Constable Yonette Cumberbatch set to stand trial on…
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New Amsterdam Set for Major Transformation Under Model Village Initiative
By Michael Charles, LRTVS NewsWatch NEW AMSTERDAM, REGION SIX — New Amsterdam is set for a major modernisation effort as the Government moves forward with its Model Village Initiative, aimed at improving infrastructure, public…
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Husband Sought in Tuschen Woman’s Murder
By Seana Williams, LRTVS NewsWatch TUSCHEN, REGION THREE — Police are searching for the husband of 45-year-old Sonia Wilson in connection with her death, as the investigation into the killing at Phase 1, Tuschen…
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LRTVS News Update — August 7th, 2026
By LRTVS NewsWatch Desk Writer LRTVS NEWS UPDATE — Friday, August 7, 2026. Anchored by Sienna Williams. Making headlines today: Athletics: CARIFTA gold medallist and national record holder Rayquan Noel is encouraging young athletes…
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Police Recruits Undergo Specialized Training to Strengthen Fight Against Human Trafficking
The Ministry of Home Affairs, through the Ministerial Task Force on Trafficking in Persons, launched a two-day training seminar for police recruits at the Guyana Police Force Training Academy on Thursday 16…
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Vendor Arrested After Police Seize Four Pounds of Suspected Marijuana in Ruimveldt
A 28-year-old vendor is in police custody after ranks acting on intelligence reportedly found about four pounds of suspected marijuana during an operation along the Ruimveldt Public Road.
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Six New High Court Judges Sworn In as Government Pushes for Faster Delivery of Justice
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali says the appointment of six new High Court judges is another important step towards improving access to justice and cutting the backlog of cases before the courts.
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Region One Crowns Its Ambassador for 2026
Pageant officials in Region One have crowned a new queen and court, praising the grace, confidence and discipline shown by every delegate who took to the stage.
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Rupununi Farmer Fined $65,000 for Multiple Traffic Violations
A 26-year-old farmer of Central Rupununi was fined a total of GY$65,000 at the Lethem Magistrate’s Court after pleading guilty to four traffic-related offences.
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Taxi Driver in Police Custody After Firearm and Suspected Cannabis Seized During Berbice Operation
A 30-year-old taxi driver of New Amsterdam is in custody after ranks from Regional Division Six allegedly found almost 15 kilogrammes of suspected cannabis and a loaded revolver at his home.
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Teenager Dies Following Police Pursuit in Corentyne; Investigation Underway Amid Public Outcry
A 16-year-old student died after a police chase in Princetown, Corentyne. Police say he lost control of his motorcycle; residents allege the machine was struck by a patrol vehicle. The Office of Professional Responsibility…