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Labourer remanded for possession of forged Guyana currency Aug 09, 2024 Court Stories, Features / Columnists, News Kaieteur News – A 43-year-old labourer of Lima Housing Scheme, Essequibo Coast, was remanded to prison on Wednesday for having in his possession forged Guyana currency. Forged $5000 note Anand Alphonso remanded for possession of forged currency note. The accused Anand Alphonso called ‘Dolo’, was arrested on August 6, 2024 and later charged on Wednesday.  Alphonso appeared at the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Tamieka Clarke who read the charge to him in which he pleaded not guilty to. The prosecutor objected to bail citing the seriousness and prevalence of the offence. As a result, Alphonso was remanded to prison and is scheduled to return to court on August 27, 2024. Related Similar Articles

APNU worried about PNCR’s desertion Aug 09, 2024 News – says being forced to make decisions without Norton Kaieteur News – The A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) opposition has said that it has been forced to make some critical decisions without the input of representatives of its major coalition partner, the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR). In a statement on Thursday, APNU said it met on June 6, 2024 and deliberated on the major issue of no meetings being held since January 25, 2022. The party said it was forced to make the decisions since its stagnation for over two years needed to be rectified. According to APNU, the Executive Committee members inter alia agreed on June 6th 2024 that a new Chairman and General Secretary be elected for a period of six months or until consensus is reached on an alternative way forward.  “The Executives then elected Mr. Vincent Henry, MP to the position of Chair and Mrs. Tabitha Sarabo-Halley, MP to the position of General Secretary. Since those elections, two other Executive Meetings were held of which all Executive Members were invited,” the statement continued. The grouping said that neither Mr. Aubrey Norton nor a representative of the PNCR attended any of the three executive committee meetings held on June 6, 2024; July 15, 2024; and July 29th, 2024. The APNU stressed however, that it must be noted that the People’s National Congress Reform is an integral part of the APNU and “as we continue to prepare for the 2025 elections, we hope that the PNCR would find it necessary and important to attend meetings when those meetings are called.” Among the other decisions taken are that the APNU Executive shall meet at least once per quarter or more frequently if deemed necessary, to deliberate on any and all matters pertaining to the partnership; each Executive in the partnership is entitled to one vote on any matter that cannot be decided on by consensus; the chairman will have a casting vote; the Chair is to be elected for a term of one year. Additionally, the party said that there shall be no term limits and the election of chair shall be held on a date to be determined in the first month of each New Year.  As a result, the party revealed that a Standard Operating Procedure/ Document titled “Responsibilities and duties of the Chair” will be prepared and signed by anyone who becomes Chair of the APNU. Further, the APNU said that its composition will now consist of the Executive Committee, Associate Members and Individual Members’ components. Related Similar Articles

Man granted $550K bail for setting fire to woman’s house Aug 09, 2024 Court Stories, Features / Columnists, News Roy Anthony Callendar granted $550K bail for setting fire to neighbour’s house Kaieteur News – A 64-year-old man of Grove Housing Scheme, East Bank Demerara (EBD), was granted bail on Thursday after he was charged for setting fire to a woman’s house in the Grove area. The arson suspect, Roy Anthony Callendar had allegedly committed the act on August 4, 2024 at Lot 246 Grove Housing Scheme, EBD, on a house belonging to Maria Singh. He was arrested and charged on Wednesday by ranks from the Grove Police Station. Callendar appeared at the Diamond/Grove Magistrates’ Court before Magistrate Dylon Bess who read the charge to him, in which he pleaded not guilty to.  Bail was granted in the sum of $550,000 and Callendar is scheduled to return to court on September 11, 2024. Related Similar Articles

“Me and this big lady ain’t get no problem” – man tells court after charged with damaging neighbour’s windows Aug 09, 2024 Court Stories, Features / Columnists, News Kareem Smith remanded for annoying neighbour Kaieteur News – A 22-year-old, man was remanded on Thursday to prison when he appeared at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court to answer three charges based on offences he allegedly committed on his neighbour, Carol Austin. The charges alleged that on June 25, 2023, the accused Kareem Smith, of West Ruimveldt Georgetown, caused significant damage to Austin’s property. Specifically, Smith is accused of damaging the woman’s windows, valued at $10,000, and a television set valued at $40,000. On the same day, he also threw missiles and unlawfully and maliciously wounded Austin.  Smith was initially charged in 2023 and was required to return to Georgetown Magistrates’ Court for a hearing. However, he failed to appear, prompting a year-long search by the police. Smith was apprehended on Wednesday and subsequently placed in police custody. At his court appearance before Senior Magistrate Fabayo Azore on Thursday, Smith pleaded not guilty to all charges. When questioned about his previous absence, Smith explained, “I was not aware… I was in the interior working because I got to provide for my two children… I came out of the interior the other day.” Prosecutor Quincy Lacon objected to bail, citing the seriousness and prevalence of the offences. Lacon informed the court that Smith had been evading arrest for a year in relation to the present offence and previous police reports issued against him. Lacon also reported that Smith resisted arrest, caused damage to a cell at the West Ruimveldt Police Station and attempted to escape custody on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. Smith responded to the prosecution’s objection stating, “Me and this big lady ain’t get no problem, even though this lady is my neighbour, I does pass she straight.” Bail was denied, and Smith is scheduled to return to court on August 15, 2024 for statements. Related Similar Articles

Taxi driver gets bail on charge of raping girl Aug 09, 2024 Court Stories, Features / Columnists, News Kaieteur News – A 22-year-old taxi driver from Aberdeen, Essequibo Coast was granted bail on Wednesday for the allegedly raping a child under 16 years old. Haimraj Narine granted 150k bail for allegedly raping underaged child. The incident occurred on the May 13, 2023 on the Essequibo Coast. The accused Haimraj Narine appeared at the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Tamieka Clarke. Police statements said that during the proceedings, the court reviewed a paper committal, which included witness statements and documentary evidence. These documents were submitted without the witnesses being present and were inventoried and marked as exhibits. Magistrate Clarke determined that the evidence presented was sufficient to commit Narine to trial. He will stand trial at the next practicable session at the Suddie Supreme Criminal Court. Narine was granted bail in the amount of $150,000. Related Similar Articles

Concrete pole crushes GPL worker’s leg Aug 09, 2024 News The injured GPL worker being removed Kaieteur News – An employee of the Guyana Power and Light Inc. had to be rushed to a private hospital on Thursday morning after a concrete utility pole fell and crushed his right leg at Foulis, East Coast Demerara (ECD). The employee and other co-workers were working at the location when he fell into a hole dug to install the pole. It is unclear what happened next but according to reports, the pole fell and crushed his leg. His co-workers and public-spirited citizens assisted in removing the pole from off his leg. Related Similar Articles

USAID and PAHO join forces to help Guyana eliminate filariasis Aug 09, 2024 News Workers of the Ministry of Health administering Lymphatic Filariasis pills Kaieteur News – The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) announce the next step in their long-standing partnership aimed at helping Guyana’s Ministry of Health eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) as a public health concern. This collaboration is a significant milestone towards improving the health and well-being of Guyanese citizens and underscores the commitment of these organizations to combating tropical diseases in the region, the US Embassy here said in a press release. From 2017 to now, USAID has supported the elimination of LF in Guyana with more than $3.5 million to PAHO to assist the Ministry of Health in Guyana to strengthen the national LF elimination program.  LF, commonly known as ‘elephantiasis,’ is a painful and profoundly disfiguring disease that is transmitted by mosquitoes.  Despite significant progress in controlling LF globally, it remains a health risk for 500,000 citizens.  The disease can be eliminated with a simultaneous mass drug administration to all people living in endemic areas.  The latest round took place in Regions 3 and 4.  Guyana has already successfully eliminated LF in all other administrative regions. U.S. Ambassador to Guyana Nicole Theriot commented, “The U.S. Government, through USAID, is proud to partner with PAHO and the Government of Guyana in this crucial initiative that will truly save lives. Together, we will leverage our collective strengths to achieve a future free of LF for all Guyanese citizens.” This initiative aligns with the broader goals of USAID and PAHO to promote health equity and access to quality healthcare for all.  By eliminating the burden of LF, the partnership aims to reduce health disparities and empower communities to lead healthier, more productive lives. Related Similar Articles