Guyana Standard

25/04/2025

Opposition Leader, Aubrey Norton, has issued a scathing statement condemning the government and the Guyana Police Force (GPF) over the death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge, whose body was discovered on Wednesday, April 24, in a swimming pool at the Double Day Hotel in Tuschen, Region Three.

Opposition Leader, Aubrey Norton, has issued a scathing statement condemning the government and the Guyana Police Force (GPF) over the death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge, whose body was discovered on Wednesday, April 24, in a swimming pool at the Double Day Hotel in Tuschen, Region Three. Calling

25/04/2025

Construction progressing on million-dollar prison facility at NA

Director of Prisons, Nicklon Elliot on Thursday, April 24, 2025, was given a detailed tour of the New Amsterdam prison facility and was thoroughly briefed on the status of ongoing projects, which includes the administrative building, security and cell blocks, officer’s ‘living quarters’, and the upgrading of the electrical system.

These projects encompass a diverse range of initiatives designed to enhance the infrastructure, living conditions, and overall functionality of the prison.

The construction work is progressing smoothly, and prison work party will be assigned to the various projects to assist with the completion of the project on time.

Upon completion of the inspection, Mr. Elliot told the contractors of the importance of finishing the projects on time.

Source: Guyana Prison Service/Facebook

25/04/2025

Police Sergeant charged with murder of Ronaldo Peters

Police Sergeant, 45-year-old Philbert Kendall, was charged this morning with the murder of 21-year-old Ronaldo Peters.

Peters was shot and killed on April 7, 2025, in Linden.

The police claimed he was wanted for questioning in a r**e case, but he was unarmed and running when confronted. His death caused widespread protest in Linden and the subsequent killing of Keon Fogenay, 32.

More details to come...

25/04/2025

Protest outside of the Office of the President calling for the Police Commissioner to resign.

25/04/2025

25/04/2025

Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindiyah Persaud has confirmed that 13-year-old Sarita Persaud, also known as "Nalisa", who had been declared missing, has been found.

"She has been found! Grateful," the minister said via a Facebook post moments ago.

25/04/2025

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Source: Ministry of Human Services and Social Security

25/04/2025

Govt. to cover funeral costs of triple murder victims; support surviving children|

On Thursday afternoon, Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, met with the bereaved family of Waveney LaCruz, age 50, Maline LaCruz, age 25, and SueAnn LaCruz, age 16, who tragically passed away on Wednesday night in Waiakabra along the Soesdyke/Linden Highway.

Minister Persaud conveyed her deepest condolences and the nation's collective grief to the family during this incredibly difficult time. Recognising the immense emotional and practical burdens they now face, the Minister assured the family of the Ministry's unwavering support through a series of immediate and ongoing interventions.

To alleviate the financial strain associated with this profound loss, the Ministry will fully cover the funeral expenses for the LaCruz family. Furthermore, the Child Care and Protection Agency will be actively involved in ensuring the comprehensive well-being of the surviving children, addressing their immediate needs and providing a safe and nurturing environment.

Acknowledging the significant psychological impact of this tragedy, professional counseling services will be readily available to the children and other affected family members. This support aims to provide a safe space for healing and to navigate the complex emotions associated with such a devastating loss.

Source: Human Services and Social Security/Facebook

25/04/2025

𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧|

Sarita Persaud, also known as "Nalisa"
Female, East Indian, age 13
Attends Woodley Park Secondary
Last seen wearing a pink short top and long blue jeans

If seen, Contact: (Father) Rajendra Persaud on 676-0658 or (Mother) 649-7158 and 709-6518 or Police on 911, 227-1149 or 225-6411

25/04/2025

Guyana Standard joins the nation and family of Adrianna Younge in mourning the tragic and brutal loss of her life.

May the family find comfort and hope in each other during this time of great loss and immense pain.

𝗔 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗜𝗧𝗦 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘

25/04/2025

Statement from Family of 11-year-old Arianna Younge, who was found dead in pool at Tuschen Hotel. Attorney Darren Wade is representing the family.

- STATEMENT -

Attorney-at-law Darren P. W. Wade met with the family of Arianna Younge (deceased), more specifically, her parents and her aunt Ameka Lewis on Thursday 24th 2025 at Tuschen on the East Bank of Essequibo.

It was reported that on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025, the deceased, 11-year-old Arianna Younge, went missing at the Double Day Hotel in Tuschen, East Bank Essequibo.

Last Evening I was reached out to by the aunt Ms. Amika Lewis of the now deceased 11-year-old Adrianna Younge, requesting legal intervention after repeated and unsuccessful efforts to persuade officers of the Guyana Police Force to conduct a comprehensive search of the hotel premises.

Despite the urgency of the situation involving a missing child, the police initially refused to carry out a sweep of the building and compound. Attempts were made to contact the Commissioner of Police via mobile phone to escalate the matter, but the calls went unanswered. That I appreciated the time the call was made, and the Commissioner may have been resting.

The family has expressed that they were misled and ignored by the Guyana Police Force, stating that they spent several distressing hours pleading for immediate action to no avail. The family has also taken note of the misleading and false statement issued by the Police Force .

As a result of their experience, the family has lost confidence in the Guyana Police Force to conduct a fair and thorough investigation as such, they are now calling for the immediate involvement of international investigators and for the services of an independent pathologist to be engaged, to ensure transparency, accountability, and justice in the handling of this tragic matter.

That the Police have expressed interest in speaking with the father of the deceased, I have since communicated to the authorities that the father will only provide a statement in the presence of his legal counsel.

As a result, I am instructed to make the following demand:
1. An international probe into the circumstances surrounding the death of Arianna Younge.
2. That the family be permitted to have independent pathologist.
3. That the Guyana Police Force immediately release the video footage they claim to possess, allegedly showing the deceased leaving the hotel.
4. That the police publicly disclose the standard operating procedures (SOPs) that were followed after the incident was reported.
5. To reject the proposal made by the President to have the Commissioner of Police to assemble a special team to lead to lead the investigation into every circumstance surrounding the death of 11-year-old Arianna Younge.

24/04/2025

"..Something is wrong and we have to get to the bottom of this. And we will not rest until we do,” the VP said.

Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo has recognised the need for a comprehensive probe into the mysterious death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge, citing troubling contradictions in the reports surrounding the case. “There are too many inconsistencies in the story that has been weaved,” Jagdeo said durin...

24/04/2025

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has launched an internal investigation following conflicting information initially released about the death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge, whose body was discovered in the swimming pool of the Double Day Hotel in Tuschen, East Bank Essequibo.

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has launched an internal investigation following conflicting information initially released about the death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge, whose body was discovered in the swimming pool of the Double Day Hotel in Tuschen, East Bank Essequibo. In its original statement

24/04/2025

Int'l pathologist to arrive in Guyana this afternoon to autopsy on 11-Y-O Adrianna|

International Forensic Pathologist Dr. Shubhakar Karra Paul is scheduled to arrive in Guyana this afternoon at 5:30 p.m. to conduct a post-mortem examination on the body of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge.

Younge was found dead in the swimming pool of the Double Day Hotel in Tuschen, East Bank Essequibo.

24/04/2025

Opposition Leader, Aubrey Norton reacts to protest over 11-Y-O Adrianna Younge's death

24/04/2025

President orders Top Cop to assemble special team to probe death of 11-Y-O girl at hotel|

See post made on President Dr Irfaan Ali's page:

I have asked the Commissioner of Police to assemble a special team to lead the investigation into all the circumstances surrounding 11-year-old Adrianna Younge. We must uncover the full truth of everything that transpired, and no resource or effort will be spared in doing so. Whatever specialized resources are required to determine every aspect of the events and circumstances will be provided.

Additionally, I have asked that the police explain, in detail, every action taken since the matter was reported.

Like the rest of the country, I stand with this family at this time of extreme grief.

24/04/2025

Missing 11-Y-O girl's body found in pool|

The body of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge was found in the Double Day Hotel pool, a day after she went missing at the Tuschen Public Road, East Bank Essequibo establishment.

Relatives and residents are at the hotel currently burning the hotel in protest.

More updates to follow...

24/04/2025

Detectives in Police Regional Division 4B are investigating a case of alleged murder/suicide and attempted murder that occurred around 21:10 hrs on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Ideal Road, Linden-Soesdyke Highway. The incident involved four members of the LaCruz family—three of whom tragically lost their lives, while one remains hospitalized in critical condition.

Detectives in Police Regional Division 4B are investigating a shocking case of alleged murder/suicide and attempted murder that occurred around 21:10 hrs on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Ideal Road, Linden-Soesdyke Highway. The incident involved four members of the LaCruz family—three of whom trag...