Police are investigating the alleged drowning of a 29-year-old miner of Sand Creek Village, South Rupununi, Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Essequibo) which occurred at around 11:30hrs on Sunday.
The incident occurred at Kumung Kumung Backdam, Puruni River, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni).
According to information received, the victim, Manley Williams, was seen swimming in an old mining pit located some 40ft from the main camp, before suddenly going under the water.
A subsequent search by the man’s brother resulted in the discovery of his motionless body in the pit. Investigations are ongoing.
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