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Cattle theft driving Berbice farmers out of industry

(Kaieteur News) – One cattle farmer has already walked away from the industry, while others are considering following suit as livestock theft continues to plague farmers in Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne). Among those who have abandoned cattle rearing is Ron Soogrim, an overseas-based Guyanese businessman who has now shifted his focus to agro-processing. Soogrim, who spent […] The post Cattle theft driving Berbice farmers out of industry appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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Police set ganja farms ablaze in Berbice River

(Kaieteur News) – Two ganja farms located up the Berbice River were set ablaze by Police on Thursday. Police said the farms destroyed were located at Friendship Sandhill Village and Wiruni Savannah. The ganja found on the farms were reportedly worth over $2 million and the operation that led to their destruction took place between 05:00hrs […] The post Police set ganja farms ablaze in Berbice River appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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Man changes murder plea, admits to manslaughter in friend’s death

(Kaieteur News) – Bhola Jaipersaud, who pleaded not guilty to a charge of murder when he appeared before the Berbice High Court last week, made a last-minute change to his plea when the matter was called again on Monday. Appearing before Justice Gino Persaud, Jaipersaud pleaded guilty to the lesser count of manslaughter, which carries a […] The post Man changes murder plea, admits to manslaughter in friend’s death appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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Police warn public about fake traffic fine messages

(Kaieteur News) – The Guyana Police Force (GPF) on Monday issued a public advisory warning citizens to be alert for fake traffic fine notices being sent to mobile phones through WhatsApp messages. “The scam messages falsely claim that recipients have outstanding traffic fines and threaten legal action, financial penalties, or court proceedings unless payment is made […] The post Police warn public about fake traffic fine messages appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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Partial disclosures stall MV Barima murder case

…court grants prosecution more time …handcuffed captain and crew appear virtually (Kaieteur News) – The murder case arising from the devastating MV Barima tragedy was heard at the Suddie Magistrate’s Court Monday morning before Magistrate Ravindra Mohabir. The matter was adjourned until 7th September after the court granted Police Prosecutor Mandel Moore additional time to complete […] The post Partial disclosures stall MV Barima murder case appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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MV Barima COI can refer criminal negligence, official misconduct for prosecution – ToRs shows

(Kaieteur News) – The Commission of Inquiry established to investigate the catastrophic sinking of the MV Barima has been granted the authority to refer evidence of criminal negligence, official misconduct and breaches of statutory duties directly to the relevant law enforcement and prosecuting authorities, according to the Terms of Reference (ToRs) published by President Irfaan Ali. […] The post MV Barima COI can refer criminal negligence, official misconduct for prosecution – ToRs shows appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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MV Barima ferry "murder" case to continue in September

The Captain, Crew member and the Goods Superintendent who are facing 72 murder charges in relation to the deaths in the MV Barima ferry tragedy were further remanded today when they appeared virtually before the Charity Magistrates' Court in Essequibo. According to one of the Attorneys, Eden Corbin, the Prosecution made partial disclosures with evidence […]

News Source Guyana1d ago

HGP NIGHTLY NEWS- 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘

HGP NIGHTLY NEWS- 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐆𝐮𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐦. The Guyana Police Force (GPF) wishes to alert the general public to a fraudulent scheme currently circulating…

Travis Chase1d ago

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