An Essequibo farmer is now nursing two wounds after he was shot by a hunter in the vicinity of the Queenstown Backlands, Essequibo Coast on Friday morning.
The injured man has been identified as 54-year-old Lynden Smith of Lot 57 Queenstown, Essequibo Coast.
Based on reports received, a 66-year-old resident of Mocha, Essequibo Coast who is a licensed firearm holder was hunting in the area when he heard a sound and thought it was a wild animal, so he discharged two rounds in the direction of the sound.
However, it was Smith who was on his farm working about 05:30h on Friday. Smith recalled hearing a loud explosion followed by a burning sensation on his lower back and his buttocks.
He also recalled hearing something screaming “Me miss the ackurie” (a wild animal).
He, nevertheless, did not see anyone and he went to the Suddie Regional Hospital, where he was treated and the matter was reported.
The shooter was arrested, but has since denied that he shot Smith.
At the time, he was carrying his licensed Maverick Shotgun along with six cartridges.
He was detained and was currently assisting the Police with their investigations.
