Latest update August 11th, 2026 5:12 PM
Latest News
- Guyanese should be outraged over Govt. silence on 50% profits now due to country – former Finance Minister
- Guyana’s oil take could triple – opposition leader
- Friends killed in Eversham smash-up
- At least 111 killed after powerful earthquake hits western Colombia
- Calls mount in Trinidad for probe into CCJ
Neighbours foil arson attempt on Guyana Human Rights Association building
An arson attempt on the Guyana’s Human Rights Association (GHRA) building located at Hadfield and Austin Place was foiled by public-spirited neighbours.
The remains of the burnt tyre that was ignited at the front door of the building
The scorched front door of the building
According to reports, the attempted arson attack took place at around 02:00Hrs on Sunday last. In a press release sent out by GHRC, it was detailed that the perpetrator/s smashed thirteen of the building’s glass windows and ignited a tire at its front door.
Neighbours were alerted by the sound of broken glass and began shouting causing the arsonist or arsonists to flee. The nearby residents then quickly formed a bucket brigade and managed to extinguish the fire, saving the building.
Both fire officers, and policemen from the Alberttown Police Station, have since launched an investigation into the matter.
Share this:
Discover more from Kaieteur News
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.