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Taxi driver slain trying to nab purse snatcher
A taxi driver was stabbed to death at around 19:00 hrs yesterday while trying to nab a purse snatcher.
The incident occurred in Fifth Field, Cummings Lodge, East Coast Demerara.
Kaieteur News was told that Omar Harper, said to be in his twenties, was dropping off a passenger in the area when he saw someone snatch a woman’s purse.
He reportedly exited his vehicle and went to the victim’s assistance when the thief stabbed him.
He was rushed to the GPHC where he succumbed.
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