A Berbice, Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) teenager is now dead following a stabbing incident in East Canje on Saturday evening.
The dead teen has been identified as Shawn Persaud of Adelphi Village, East Canje.
The incident reportedly occurred at about 19:00h.
Police Commander of Region Six, Shivpersaud Bacchus, when contacted Saturday evening said the police were investigating a murder.
Reports reaching this publication indicate that Persaud and the suspect “Lion” were together when an argument ensued and the suspect reportedly pulled a knife he was carrying and stabbed Persaud.
Police are on the hunt for the suspect.
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