Two men were on Thursday slapped with felonious wounding charges when they appeared at the Vigilance Magistrate’s Court.
Kevin Persaud, 18, of Logwood Enmore, East Coast Demerara (ECD), and Kishan Baichu, also known as “Bruck Up”, 30, of Ninth Street Foulis, ECD, appeared before Magistrate Fabayo Azore, who read the charges to them.
Charged: Kevin Persaud
The charges were in relation to an incident involving Suresh Seunarine, who sustained injuries as a result of an alleged attack. While the Police did not give any details on what actually happened on the day of the incident, it is clear that the consequences of the altercation were severe.
Charged: Kishan Baichu
During the hearing, Persaud pleaded guilty to the offence, admitting his role in the incident. Baichu entered a not guilty plea.
The seriousness of the charges was not lost on the court, with Magistrate Azore emphasising the gravity of the offence and the potential consequences for those found guilty.
Persaud, who pleaded guilty, was sentenced to six months’ imprisonment. On the other hand, Baichu was remanded to prison until May 16, 2023.
