2 men stabbed to death in separate disputes in Region 10

The two young men who hail from Region 10 (Upper Demerara-Upper Berbice) are now dead following two fatal stabbing incidents.
Police are probing the dead of Kenroy Bradford, called ‘Kelly’, a 20-year-old Labourer of Lot 314 Block 22 Wismar Linden, which occurred at about 00:05hrs on Friday at Five Corner Mackenzie, Linden.
Enquiries disclosed that at the time of the incident, Bradford was in the company of Andrew Jacobs and Anthony Jacobs (both residents of Block 22 Wismar) at Blazing Shop at Five Corner Mackenzie, consuming alcohol.
During this time, Anthony Jacobs went over to a 29-year-old female bartender, who was in the company of 20-year-old Cyrus Jacobis, and four other persons — all of whom are from the Block ‘F’ Christianburg Wismar, Linden.
Cyrus became angry and pushed away Anthony Jacobs and an argument started between the parties. Cyrus and his crew then left the shop and went to the parapet of Five Corners. Anthony and his friends then followed Cyrus and others, and the argument continued.

It is alleged that Jacobs and his crew started to pelt beer bottles at Cyrus and his friends. Subsequently a brawl erupted between both parties in the parking lot of Five Corners, and Cyrus allegedly rushed into the fight with a knife and stabbed Anthony Jacob in his abdomen, causing him to fall. Andrew Jacobs then pulled Anthony away from Cyrus and received a cut to his finger in the process.
The fight continued with parties on both sides joining the melee. When the fight ended, Andrew realised that his brother Anthony was bleeding, and he rushed him to the Linden Hospital Complex with the assistance of a public-spirited citizen. Cyrus and his crew then left the Five Corner.
Persons who were close by observed Kenroy Bradford on the ground and contacted the police. The police arrived at the scene where information was given, and they made checks in Dacama Circle, Mackenzie, and arrested Cyrus whose clothing was covered with suspected blood.
He was taken to the Mackenzie Police Station, where it was observed that he had injuries to his back and a cut to his left ear. He was escorted to the Linden Hospital Complex for medical attention, where he was treated and sent away in Police custody.
The scene was processed, where it was observed that Kenroy Bradford was motionless, in a crouching position, bracing on the back of a White Premio motorcar. He was taken to the Linden Hospital Complex, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
Anthony Jacobs was admitted to the hospital as a patient, with his condition deemed critical. Three persons are in custody as investigations continue.

“Blacka”
Meanwhile, Police are also investigating the death of a 28-year-old unemployed man, known only as “Blacka,” who resided at the Kwakwani waterfront in Region 10. The incident occurred on Thursday between 22:00h and 22:15h at Kwakwani.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim was at a residence owned by a 24-year-old man, who lived in the house with his 28-year-old brother. The owner had left his home in August 2024 to work in Georgetown, leaving his brother in charge of the property. On the evening of April 3, the owner returned home and found his brother and “Blacka” there.
A dispute ensued when the homeowner questioned his brother about “Blacka’s” presence, with the brother explaining that they were friends and that “Blacka” had been allowed to stay while searching for work. The disagreement escalated, and “Blacka” and the homeowner became involved in an argument. During this time, the homeowner’s brother left the house and went down the street. About 15 to 20 minutes later, he returned to find “Blacka” lying in a pool of blood in the hall, with a knife beside him. The brother immediately contacted the police.
Upon arrival, officers found the victim on his back, covered in blood, with a knife nearby. He was transported to Kwakwani Hospital Complex, where he was pronounced dead.
An examination of the victim’s body revealed multiple wounds on his lower back and chest. The police then contacted the homeowner, who was informed of the allegations against him. The homeowner allegedly admitted to the offence, stating that the dispute had escalated when “Blacka” refused to leave his home. A physical altercation followed, during which the homeowner reportedly stabbed the victim with a knife. He is currently in custody pending charge.