The body of a man was on Sunday morning found floating in a canal along the Mocha Access Road, Providence, East Bank Demerara (EBD).
Police on the East Bank Demerara said at about 10:30h they received information from a passer-by that there was a body floating in the Mocha trench in the vicinity of fourth bridge.
Upon arriving at the scene, Police discovered the body clad in a red jersey and multi coloured pants.
It was also observed to be a male of African descent, who had marks of swelling around the left eye.
Upon enquiry, Police said the man was identified as a 63-year-old labourer, Joseph Curt of Prospect Mocha, EBD.
The Police were also told that the victim was an alcoholic and would usually do handyman services for people in the Mocha community. The Police are awaiting a post-mortem examination. (G9)
