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Man remanded for stealing $3M from neighbour  Sep 21, 2024 Court Stories, Features / Columnists, News Kaieteur News – A 26-year-old resident of Robb Street, Bourda, Georgetown, was on Friday remanded to prison when he appeared at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court  for breaking and entering into his neighbour’s home and stealing $3 million in cash and valuables. Nick Willington was accused of breaking and entering the dwelling house of Toreza Dyal  at lot 85 Robb Street, Bourda, where he allegedly  stole $3,000,000 in cash, two six-packs of Corona beers valued $6,000 and an Amazon tablet valued $22,000, total value $3,028,000. Willington appeared before Principal Magistrate Faith McGusty who read the charge. He pleaded not guilty to the charge. According to police statements presented in court, around 9:30hrs, Dyal secured her home and left for the salon. At about 13:00hrs, she returned and observed that the northern door was broken. She immediately made checks and observed that the cash and items listed in the charge were missing. The matter was reported to the police and investigators visited the scene and viewed the victims’ CCTV cameras. The footage reportedly showed Willington jumping over a fence and forcibly entering the home. Following his arrest, a search of Willington’s residence yielded the recovery of the victim’s Amazon tablet. On the camera footage, police observed Willington jumping a northern fence and forcing his way into the victim’s home and stole the items mentioned. Willington was arrested and a search was carried out on his home and the victim’s Amazon tablet was recovered. He was told of the allegation and cautioned. He admitted to the offence and was subsequently charged. During the court proceedings, Prosecution objected to bail citing the strong evidence presented in the form of the CCTV footage.  As a result, Willington was remanded to prison and is scheduled to return to court on October 11, 2024. Related Similar Articles

Burrowes School of Art Administrator resigns over racist remarks Sep 21, 2024 News Kaieteur News – Renowned Guyanese sculptor Mr. Ian Ivor Thom who held the post of Administrator at the E.R. Burrowes School of Art, tendered his resignation from the school earlier this month after he was verbally abused by a member of the public who used racial slurs. Former Administrator of the E.R. Burrowes School of Art, Ian Thom. Mr. Thom’s resignation from the school was highlighted in a letter addressed to this publication in today’s edition of the newspaper by students who expressed deep concern about the unfortunate incident that led to his departure. “We are writing to express our deep concerns over an unfortunate incident that took place at the E.R. Burrowes School of Art involving the Administrator, Mr. Ian Ivor Thom on the evening of Saturday 7, September 2024 at around 4pm. The incident appears to reflect racism and the unjust favour given to those in our society who has status, as a result, that incident led to Mr. Thom’s untimely resignation,” the students expressed. Speaking with Kaieteur News about what transpired, Mr. Thom said that on September 7, he had a class which finished around 14:00hrs and shortly after he began working on one of his projects. He said around 16:00hrs that day, he was taking out the garbage to the bins located just outside the school when he received a call but missed it because his battery was low. He recalled that his car was nearby so he went there to charge his phone and while there he saw a red SUV reversing in a parking space close to him that he claimed was only reserved for staff and students of the Art School. Upon seeing this, Mr. Thom said he signalled to the driver to get his attention. The driver came out from the vehicle to speak with him. “The person came out of the vehicle and asked what is the matter. I said, that is a no parking, you can’t park there. It is a passage way and apart from that, this area is reserved for the Burrowes School of Art students and staff. He (driver) said but there is no school. I said but you are also blocking the passage way and even if it’s not school, only our students park there,” Mr. Thom explained. He related that after informing the driver he could not park there, the man continued insisting that he can park. “He continued insisting that he can park there. I told him if I come to your place of work or place of residence and I park where I am not supposed to park would you be abusive the way you are trying to abuse me. He (driver) said, “oh it’s stupid **[word withheld] people like you make this country where it is and that is why all kind of foreigners gotta come in because of stupid people like you,” Mr. Thom recalled. After the back and forth, Mr. Thom said a young woman exited the car and enquired what was going on. He said then a vendor from the entrance of the parking lot came over after she overheard the racial slurs and enquired too what was happening. Mr. Thom said shortly after, the young lady from the car asked him about his designation then she took a photo of his licence plate then she left to make a phone call. “She took my licence plate and then she picked up the phone and she called, I don’t know who she called and about 15 to 20 minutes after then my phone rang and I answered and it was the Director of Culture and he said to me, Minister (Charles Ramson) wants to see you right away in the Boardroom.” Mr. Thom said he left to reach with the Minister that same afternoon and during their meeting, he began to ask what happened. After relating what transpired, Mr. Thom claimed that the minister asked if he was the security but according to the Mr. Thom, he told the official no but as administrator of the school, his job is to look after the interest of the school. Mr. Thom said after relating in details what happened and committing to get names and numbers of witnesses who saw what occurred, he noted that he was not getting any satisfaction from the minister. “I even said to him that there were witnesses there who saw what happened and I can get their names and numbers and give it to you and if you want the truth of the story, you can have an interview them. He said to me, your image is not a reflection of what he wants for this ministry. I said well minister, you are the minister and you will have to make a decision or I would have to make my appropriate decision and shortly after I left,” Mr. Thom recalled. After that day, the following day (Sunday), Mr. Thom said he tendered his resignation because at the same time his contract with the ministry was on the brink of expiring. Speaking to this publication on Friday, the former Administrator claims that the government official never attempted to address or investigate the issue or the racial remarks made against him and to date, he has not received any acknowledgement letter from the ministry pertaining to his letter of resignation. Mr. Thom said he believes the matter could have been handled properly and if the minister wanted to get the truth, he could have launched an investigation into what transpired. Kaieteur News on Friday afternoon contacted the minister for a comment but it was futile. Meanwhile, in their letter to this publication, some of the students of the Burrowes School of Art said that, “By most reports the incident appears to have been handled without proper justification or due process, and it sends a troubling message about how we treat those who dedicate their lives to the arts and education in this country. It has been disheartening for us students to witness the unfolding of such an unfortunate situation.” “Editor, it is within this context that the students would like to express their heartfelt appreciation and thanks to one of the greats, Mr. Thom… your dedication, creativity, and passion for the arts have made a lasting impact on us,” the students further added. Related Similar Articles

Blackout come back like bad weather Sep 21, 2024 Dem Boys Seh, Features / Columnists, News Kaieteur News – Yuh know de one: it does disappear fuh a lil bit, and den show up with a vengeance. Just like how de power boat come fuh save we, but now de light ducking in and out like it tekking a holiday. First dem seh it was de transmission lines. Dem need changing fuh de widening of de embankment road. Who know road work does cut light? Dem boys seh deh widening de road, but all we getting is widened blackouts. And then de big one! Excavator touch power lines! Dem boys seh when excavator touch de power line, de whole city go dark. How come one machine could shut down half de country? In Guyana, we does feel blackout like is national sport. Any excuse good enough: a bird sneeze on de wire, blackout. Somebody driving drunk, blackout. De people tired hearin excuses. Last time it was gas turbine tek sick. Dis time, it’s transmission lines need surgery. Next time, maybe de pole gon want vacation leave. Is best dem did just tell we that blackouts are due to the current situation. Dem boys seh GPL start behaving like it playing peek-a-boo with we light. One minute we see am, next minute blackout. People plan fuh watch TV, blackout come. People plan fuh cook, blackout tek over de pot. Everybody can’t afford solar panel and generator like dem big ones. Dem boys seh we living in de dark while we oil light up everybody else. Blackout does mek dem boys feel powerless. So when it gon end? Who know? Dem boys seh maybe when we get to heaven, de light gon finally stay on. Fuh now, we got to keep a candle close by, cause de blackout always waiting fuh pounce. But dem boys seh one thing sure, when blackout end, pigs gon start flying too. Talk half. Leff half Related Similar Articles

Joseph, Hetmyer, bowlers rattle Patriots by 30-runs as Warriors seal first win at home Sep 21, 2024 Sports 2024 Caribbean Premier League… GAW vs. STKNP Kaieteur Sports – Fast-bowler Shamar Joseph had a brilliant night with the ball, while Shimron Hetmyer cracked an eye-catching half-century which paved the way for a 30-run drubbing of the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots last night at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence. Batting first in front of a sold out capacity, the champs were guided to 137-8 after 20 overs, thanks to Shimron Hetmyer laying the foundation with 63 from 33 deliveries inclusive of five sixes and four fours. Power-hitting all-rounder Romario Shepherd provided the shot in the arm, as his 22-ball 34*, with 3 sixes and a four, helped Guyana post a decent total in the end. Playing on his home ground, Guyanese left-arm spinner Ashmead Nedd tormented his countrymen as he snapped up 4-25 leading the Patriots bowling, with help from his more senior partner in South Africa leg-spinner Tabraiz Shamsi (2-13). The Amazon Warriors spin barrage of a returning Imran Tahir (2-34), Gudakesh Motie (1-8) and Mooen Ali (2-9), kept the game in favor of the champs. Joseph bagged 3-9 with help from Dwaine Pretorius (1-22), with Patriots opener Evin Lewis (49) almost pulling things off for the visitors. Lewis was his typical self, latching onto anything loose or in his zone, as the spin trio ripped through the top-order, including Andre Fletcher (15), Mikyle Louis (4), Kyle Mayers (3) and Joshua DaSilva (9). Joseph then inspired a brilliant run out of Rilee Roussow (11) before bagging a few key lower-order wickets to seal an emphatic win in front of a massive crowd. Earlier, Nedd’s double strike removed openers Kevin Sinclair and the in-form Tim Robinson, who both fell for ducks, while Mayers (1-22) removed his fellow Barbadian and West Indies mate, Shai Hope for (7). Hetmyer took the Warriors team score over the 50-run mark with a few much-needed boundary shots, soon reaching his second fifty of the tournament. However, the introduction of Shamsi shifted momentum as both Ali (10) and Hetmyer succumbed to the Googly, in quick succession. The final spell from Nedd yielded two more wickets for the Patriots, who were already tearing into the Warriors lower-order. Meanwhile, St. Lucia Kings battle Barbados Royals from 10:00h while the Warriors look to keep their streak alive against the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons tonight from 19:00h, as part of Saturday’s double-header at Providence. (Clifton Ross) Pic – Amazon Warriors MVP pacer Shamar Joseph was electric in the field and with the ball. (Getty Images)   -Shimron Hetmyer crunched a 33-ball 63 last night to lead the Guyana Amazon Warriors batting. (Getty Images)   – Guyanese spinner Ashmead Nedd snared 4 wickets last night for the Patriots, including three of his fellow countrymen. (Getty Images) Related Similar Articles

CWI announces re-election of Azim Bassarath as Vice-President Sep 21, 2024 Sports ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Cricket West Indies (CWI) yesterday announced the re-election of Azim Bassarath to the role of Vice President of its Board of Directors. Newly re-elected CWI President Mr. Azim Bassarath Pursuant to the CWI Articles of Association, a Special Meeting of Members was convened yesterday, September 20, 2024, for the sole purpose of electing a new Vice President. At the close of nominations, Mr. Bassarath was the sole candidate, having been nominated by the Jamaica Cricket Association and Leeward Islands Cricket Board. The nominations were circulated as customary, and every territorial board, which constitutes the shareholders, was adequately notified. Of his re-election Azim Bassarath said, I’m excited to return to my duties for the good of West Indies cricket, working alongside my dedicated colleagues at Cricket West Indies. Since March of 2023 when myself and Dr Shallow took over, we made great strides in the most popular format of the game – T20 and we are determined to continue making these strides in the other two international formats. I have committed and remain committed to serving with integrity and respect for the process, while upholding the best governance practices. This vote of confidence signals that we can move forward with the business of cricket and deliver the results shareholders and fans across the region and around the world are eager to see, under the leadership of Dr. Kishore Shallow. All Territorial Boards except the Guyana Cricket Board were in attendance at the Special Meeting of the Members. Guided by its Articles of Association, CWI reaffirms its unwavering commitment to democratic principles and transparency. At the close of the meeting, CWI President Dr. Kishore Shallow thanked members for their participation and reiterated calls for unity amongst West Indies Cricket stakeholders. CWI will host its next quarterly board meeting on September 28, 2024. The meeting will be held in Trinidad and Tobago. Related Similar Articles

Slingerz FC set for showdown with SVG national team Sep 21, 2024 Sports Slingerz FC’s Marcus Wilson Kaieteur Sports – Slingerz Football Club is gearing up for an international challenge as they travel to St. Vincent and the Grenadines for a two-match friendly against the island’s national football team on September 29 and October 2. Slingerz FC president, Javed Ali For St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the encounter with Slingerz FC will serve as vital preparation ahead of their crucial CONCACAF Nations League (League B) clash at home against El Salvador on October 10. Slingerz FC president, Javed Ali, underlined the significance of the relationship between the two teams, noting that St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ players have made a lasting impact on his club’s history. He highlighted the contributions of standout players Winslow McDowall, Jolanshoy McDowall, and Keith James, who were instrumental in helping Slingerz FC secure the inaugural Guyana Football Federation (GFF) Elite League title in 2016. “We’ve always maintained a close relationship with the players, who are highly respected in their country for their contributions to the national team,” Ali said. This series of matches comes as part of Slingerz FC’s strategic preparation for the upcoming GFF Elite League season, with a broader goal of competing regionally in the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Club Championship. Having finished the recent Elite League season undefeated but narrowly missing out on the title, Ali sees this trip as an opportunity for growth, “Heading to St. Vincent allows us to expand our brand and showcase that Guyanese clubs can be well-organized, have a professional setup, and engage fans through merchandising.” He added, “It also allows us to put our players on show, most of whom are either on the Golden Jaguars or the National set-up. I think it gives us a chance to also showcase Guyana’s football and to let people know that clubs like Slingerz FC exists locally.” With 10 Slingerz FC players currently part of the Golden Jaguars set-up, Ali pointed out, “We consider this as an opportunity to help the GFF national programme as well, since we will be hosting Guatemala in Guyana. This match will give the players on our team, who might be part of the Golden Jaguars team for the October 11 match, a chance to be meaningfully engaged.” The club is working closely with the GFF to ensure all necessary protocols are followed for the international fixtures. Ali expressed gratitude to GFF President Wayne Forde for his support, noting that these matches align with the federation’s vision for developing the Elite League and football in Guyana. St. Vincent and the Grenadines are currently second in their group in the Nations League, coming off a 1-1 draw with Bonaire and a 2-0 victory over Montserrat. Their back-to-back clashes with El Salvador in October (10 and 13) will be pivotal for their League B campaign. Related Similar Articles

BMC O50s Tournament continues this weekend Sep 21, 2024 Sports – Sponsored by Permaul Trading & Distribution and Peter Lewis Construction & Asphalt services. Kaieteur Sports – The Big Man Cricket O50s tournament continues this weekend with 2 fixtures in Demerara. Jai Hind Jaguars and Essequibo Invaders O50s Masters will be engaged in a key match this weekend with both teams looking to secure their spots in the playoffs with their final league game. In the other final league game for East Coast Aash Décor, the lads from East Coast would be looking to bounce back after recording 2 defeats in their last 2 matches to cement a place in the top 4 against the bottom of the table Ex Berbice Policy Masters. This weekend’s fixtures are as follows: The points standing after the last round of matches shows North Soesdyke Masters leading the pack with Essequibo Invaders & Everest Masters closely following with the same points but lower NRRs: Related Similar Articles