Peacemaker fatally stabbed at BBQ

Aug 15, 2017 News

A 50-year-old electrician was killed early yesterday when he intervened in an argument between two men during a barbeque at the Number 42 Village Community Centre ground, West Coast Berbice.

The area where Sylvan Stoll was stabbed.

The incident happened around 00:40 hrs.

The deceased has been identified as Sylvan Stoll of Plot B Herstelling, East Bank Demerara. He was stabbed to the left side of his neck and was later pronounced dead at the Mahaicony Cottage Hospital.

The 32-year-old suspect, who has been identified as an Onderneeming, West Bank Demerara resident, has been arrested.

According to information received, the suspect and Stoll along with a group of friends travelled to Number 42 Village in a mini bus to attend the barbeque.

Reports are that the suspect and one of the men who travelled to the location with them had an argument during which he picked up a knife and threatened the individual. Stoll reportedly intervened and he was stabbed. The suspect was arrested at the scene. Prior to the men attending the barbeque, they were at a horse racing event.

Investigations are ongoing.

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